Definition

Describing something that involves a lot of blood or violence, often in a shocking or graphic way.

Example

The movie was a splatter film, filled with intense and graphic scenes.

Conversation

Have you seen that new horror movie everyone's talking about?

Not yet, but I heard it's really splatter with all the gore.

Yeah, I usually avoid splatter films because they make me feel uneasy.

Same here! I prefer suspense over all that excessive violence.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To scatter or splash liquid or small particles in different directions, often creating a mess.

Example

The paint began to splatter all over the canvas as she worked.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how the paint splattered on the canvas?

Yeah, it looked really cool and artistic!

I love how it makes the whole piece feel alive when the colors splatter.

Definition

A small amount of liquid that has been splashed or scattered.

Example

There was a splatter of paint on the floor after the art project.

Conversation

Did you see the splatter on the wall after the paint fight yesterday?

Yeah, it was hilarious! I didn't expect it to be that messy.

I know, right? The splatter was everywhere, even on my clothes!

Definition

To splash or scatter a liquid or substance in a way that causes it to land on a surface, often leaving marks or stains.

Example

The paint began to splatter all over the canvas as she worked.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see the paint splatter on the floor after the party?

Yeah, it was everywhere!

I hope it doesn't stain the carpet too badly.

Root Explanation

Splatter → The word 'splatter' is derived from the Middle English 'splateren', which is of uncertain origin but likely imitative of the sound made when a liquid is splashed. It describes the action of scattering or splashing liquid in a messy way.

Memory Tip

Imagine the sound of liquid 'splashing' — that's what 'splatter' means, as it evokes the messy scattering of liquid.

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