scatter

Definitions

To throw or drop things in different directions so that they cover an area.

To move or cause to move in different directions; disperse.

A small amount or number of things spread over an area.

Examples

The wind caused the autumn leaves to scatter across the lawn.

Please scatter the seeds evenly over the prepared soil.

The crowd began to scatter as soon as the rain started to fall.

Synonyms

disperse strew spread distribute sprinkle broadcast dissipate

Antonyms

gather collect assemble accumulate amass cluster concentrate