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strew Synonyms

Another word for strew

Choosing another word for strew 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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• verb (Context 1)

To scatter or spread things untidily or loosely over a surface or area.

Usage Example

"Autumn winds began to scatter golden leaves across the quiet courtyard."

Strongest
scatter
spread
Strong
sprinkle
disperse
distribute
litter

• verb (Context 2)

To cover a surface or area with scattered objects (usually used in the passive with 'with' or 'over').

Usage Example

"The forest floor was strewn with pine needles and fallen acorns."

Strongest
bestrew
Strong
blanket
carpet
cover
overspread
dot

Opposites of strew

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

gather
collect
clear
amass
clean
assemble
strip
accumulate
See all opposites of strew

• Nearby Words

stretchiness
stretchy
streusel
strew
striated
stricken
strict

Cite this Entry

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