Definition

In a way that something is spread out or distributed over a wide area.

Example

The leaves fell scatteringly across the ground, creating a colorful carpet.

Conversation

I noticed that the leaves are falling scatteringly this time of year.

Yeah, it makes the ground look really colorful and interesting.

It's nice to see nature change like that, don't you think?

Absolutely! It creates such a beautiful scene.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Scatteringly → It is formed from "scatter" (from Old English *sceaterian*, meaning to separate or disperse) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "scatteringly" means in a manner that separates or disperses things widely.

Memory Tip

Think of things being 'separated' or 'dispersed' ('scatter') and done 'in a manner' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'scatteringly' describes how something is spread out.

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