outspread
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /aʊtˈsprɛd/
KK: /aʊtˈsprɛd/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that is spread out or extended over a large area.
Example
The outspread wings of the eagle made it look majestic as it soared through the sky.
Conversation
Did you see the park with the outspread picnic blankets?
Yeah, it looked so inviting and relaxed!
I love how everyone just gathers around those outspread blankets.
It's the perfect way to enjoy a day outdoors.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
extended
spread
stretched
Antonyms
compressed
contracted
folded
noun
Definition
Something that is spread out or extended over a large area.
Example
The outspread of the fields was a beautiful sight from the hilltop.
Conversation
Have you seen the outspread view from the top of the hill?
Yes, it’s absolutely breathtaking!
I love how everything looks so vast and beautiful when it’s outspread like that.
transitive verb
Definition
To stretch or spread something out over a larger area.
Example
The artist outspread the canvas on the floor to begin painting.
Tense Forms
Past: outspread
Past Participle: outspread
Conversation
Did you see how they outspread that new tent in the park?
Yeah, it looked really big and spacious!
I can't believe how quickly they managed to outspread it all.
Root Explanation
Outspread → It is formed from "out-" (meaning outward or away) and "spread" (from Old English "spredan", meaning to spread or extend). The word "outspread" means to spread outwards or extend away from a central point.
Memory Tip
Think of something spreading 'outward' ('out-') from a center — that's what outspread means.
Visually Confused Words
outread
upspread
unspread
spread