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Another word for spread

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• verb (Context 1)

To open, arrange, or unroll something so that it covers a larger area.

Usage Example

"They decided to extend the picnic blanket under the shade of the large oak tree."

Strongest
extend
Strong
unfold
unroll

• verb (Context 2)

To become more widely known, distributed, or dispersed over a geographic area or population.

Usage Example

"The news of the technological breakthrough circulate rapidly across the scientific community."

Strong
circulate
disseminate
diffuse
Weak
multiply

• noun (Context 3)

A soft, paste-like food substance intended to be applied with a knife to bread, crackers, or similar foods.

Usage Example

"The caterer provided a delicious garlic and herb cheese paste during the reception."

Strong
paste
Weak
dip

• verb (Context 4)

To apply a substance in an even layer over a surface.

Usage Example

"She carefully smear the mortar over the bricks before placing the next row."

Strong
smear
apply
rub

• noun (Context 5)

The physical extent, width, or area covered by something.

Usage Example

"The condor has an impressive wing span that allows it to soar for hours without flapping."

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span
Strong
extent
expanse

• adjective (Context 6)

Fully extended, stretched out, or opened.

Usage Example

"The eagle glided effortlessly on extended wings as it scanned the valley for prey."

Strongest
extended
outstretched
Strong
open

• noun (Context 7)

An abundant and varied meal or feast laid out on a table.

Usage Example

"Her grandparents prepared a massive feast for the family's annual Thanksgiving dinner."

Strongest
feast
Strong
banquet
buffet

• adjective (Context 8)

Distributed over a wide area rather than concentrated in a single place.

Usage Example

"The investors maintained a highly distributed portfolio to minimize their exposure to financial risk."

Strongest
distributed
Strong
dispersed
scattered

Opposites of spread

Looking for antonyms? The opposite of spread varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites:

concentrated
fold
folded
closed
contain
localized
suppress
gather
See all opposites of spread

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