litter Synonyms
Another word for litter
• noun (Context 1)
Rubbish, such as paper, cans, and wrappers, left lying inappropriately in an open or public place.
"Volunteers spent the morning clearing rubbish from the city park."
• noun (Context 2)
A group of young animals, such as puppies or kittens, born to a mammal at a single time.
"The rescue dog gave birth to a healthy brood of six puppies."
• verb (Context 3)
To make a place or area untidy with rubbish or a large number of objects left lying about.
"People who clutter the beach with plastic bottles will face a heavy fine."
• noun (Context 4)
Absorbent material spread in a tray or cage to collect the urine and feces of household pets, especially cats.
"Don't forget to buy a fresh bag of unscented bedding for the cat."
• verb (Context 5)
To be scattered irregularly about a place or surface.
"Discarded wrappers and old receipts littered the floor of his car."
• verb (Context 6)
To give birth to a group of young (especially of animals).
"The sow is expected to whelp sometime early next week."
Opposites of litter
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of litter varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites: