Synonyms for

Sprayed

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

Definition

To scatter or distribute in the form of fine particles.

Synonyms & similar words

spray misted atomized nebulized diffused dusted sprinkled splattered spattered smeared daubed streaked painted varnished coated covered airbrushed smoked fogged perfumed disinfected

Synonyms by register

Formal

atomized disbursed disseminated

Informal

squirted splashed doused misted

Literary

bestowed rained

Antonyms

dried collected absorbed gathered withheld kept

Common collocations

  • sprayed with water
  • sprayed on the wall
  • sprayed the plants
  • sprayed paint
  • sprayed insecticide
  • sprayed a fine mist
  • sprayed the area

Word family

noun spray
verb spray
adjective sprayed
adverb sprayedly

Usage note

The verb 'sprayed' often implies a forceful or widespread application of a liquid or fine particles. Be mindful of the context; 'sprayed' can be used for beneficial applications like watering plants or for negative ones like spraying graffiti.

Example sentences

  1. She sprayed perfume on her neck.
  2. The painter sprayed the walls with paint.
  3. The skunk sprayed a foul-smelling liquid.
  4. The farmer sprayed pesticides on the crops to protect them from insects.
  5. He sprayed water on the car to wash off the dirt.

Quotes

  • "I like to spray perfume on my wrist before I go out." - Miranda Kerr
  • "I think there's something incredibly sexy about a woman wearing her boyfriend's T-shirt and underwear." - Hugh Jackman
  • "I like to spray tans on my friends for fun." - Paris Hilton

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