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Dispensed

Verb / dɪˈspenst / Another word for dispensed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to distribute or give out something, especially medicine or advice

Synonyms & similar words

lot dispense allot deal meteout dealout doleout dishout distribute parcelout administer shellout administered allocated apportioned delivered distributed issued prescribed released supplied allotted disbursed divided portioned shared meted

Example sentences

  1. The doctor dispensed some advice to the patient.
  2. She dispensed the cookies to the children.
  3. The pharmacist dispensed the medication to the patient.
  4. The teacher dispensed some knowledge to the students.
  5. He dispensed justice to the wrongdoers.

Quotes

  • Medicine is a science of uncertainty and an art of probability. - William Osler
  • Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food. - Hippocrates
  • It is not medicine but the physician who cures. - Arsene Houssaye

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