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scattershot Synonyms

Another word for scattershot

Choosing another word for scattershot depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Broad, random, and lacking a systematic or focused approach; covering a wide range in a disorganized or haphazard manner.

Usage Example

"The committee criticized the agency's haphazard approach to urban renewal, urging a more targeted investment strategy."

Strongest
haphazard
hit-or-miss
Strong
random
indiscriminate
unsystematic
disorganized
erratic
aimless
slapdash

• noun (Context 2)

Ammunition consisting of a charge of small pellets that disperse widely over a broad area when fired.

Usage Example

"Early fowling pieces were loaded with buckshot to increase the likelihood of hitting fast-moving game birds."

Strong
buckshot
birdshot
grapeshot

Opposites of scattershot

The opposite of scattershot shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

systematic
methodical
focused
targeted
organized
deliberate
orderly
planned
See all opposites of scattershot

• Nearby Words

scattergun
scattering
scatterplot
scattershot
scatty
scaup
scavenge

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Scattershot. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/scattershot
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