Definition

To move apart and spread out in different directions.

Example

The leaves began to scatter in the wind.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how the leaves scatter in the wind?

Yeah, it's really beautiful to watch them dance around.

I love how they scatter everywhere when it gets windy.

It makes the whole park look so lively and colorful!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A small amount of things that are spread out in different places, not in a regular pattern.

Example

There was a scatter of leaves on the ground after the wind blew.

Conversation

Did you see that scatter of leaves in the park today?

Yeah, it looked beautiful with all the colors mixed together.

I love when the trees start to scatter their leaves like that.

Definition

To cause something to spread out or move in different directions, often by throwing or distributing it.

Example

She decided to scatter the seeds across the garden.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how the wind can scatter the leaves everywhere?

Yeah, it's amazing how fast they can go!

I love watching them scatter across the park.

Root Explanation

Scatter → It is formed from "scateren" (from Old English, meaning to disperse or spread) and the suffix "-er" (indicating an action). The word "scatter" means to disperse or spread things over a wide area.

Memory Tip

Imagine things being 'spread out' or 'dispersed' — that's what scatter means.

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