Dictionary Check: scatter

"scatter" is a valid word!

Scrabble 9 points
Words with Friends 10 points

Definition

noun

a haphazard distribution in all directions

Synonyms:
noun

the act of scattering

Synonyms:
verb

to cause to separate and go in different directions

Example: "She waved her hand and scattered the crowds"
verb

move away from each other

Example: "The crowds dispersed"
verb

distribute loosely

Example: "He scattered gun powder under the wagon"
verb

sow by scattering

Example: "scatter seeds"

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