distributed

[dih-strib-yoo-tid] / dɪˈstrɪb yʊ tɪd /

ADJECTIVE

delivered

Synonyms

STRONGEST

appropriated assigned dispersed scattered shared

STRONG

allocated allotted apportioned budgeted dealt diffuse dispensed divided rationed

WEAK

doled out given away handed out spread evenly

Example Sentences

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CEO Elon Musk has already set aside a large block of shares to be distributed through popular retail platforms.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Even after reopening, firms hired more experienced workers on distributed teams.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Using a mathematical model, the team analyzed how individuals distributed their limited time and social effort among other members of their group.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

But perhaps most controversial is how the update will affect the program’s multi-billion dollar revenue, which flows into the state’s Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund each year and distributed to various programs.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

She smiled and distributed the drinks to the NKVD.

From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys

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