Synonyms for

Sprays

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

Definition

Sprays is the third person singular present tense of the verb spray, which means to scatter or distribute liquid or small particles over something.

Synonyms & similar words

spraying spray sprayer atomizer atomiser nebulizer nebuliser mist spritz splash disperse distribute scatter spread diffuse atomize aerosolize dust shower spatter wet coat saturate cover apply paint sprinkle

Synonyms by register

Formal

atomizes disperses distributes

Informal

mists showers spits

Literary

effuses bedews

Antonyms

dries collects gathers accumulates concentrates

Common collocations

  • water sprays
  • paint sprays
  • hair sprays
  • oil sprays
  • sprays paint
  • sprays water
  • sprays perfume

Word family

noun spray
verb spray
adjective sprayed

Usage note

As a verb, 'sprays' refers to ejecting liquid in fine droplets. As a noun, it refers to the substance ejected or the act of ejecting it.

Example sentences

  1. The gardener sprays water on the flowers.
  2. I spray perfume on myself before going out.
  3. The artist sprays paint on the canvas.
  4. The farmer sprays pesticides on the crops.
  5. The fireman sprays water on the burning building.

Quotes

  • "She sprays the window with a garden hose and a rainbow appears."
  • "Spray the world with the perfume of your kindness."
  • "The spray of the sea is a constant reminder to me that life is always changing."

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