Synonyms for
Spreads
Definition
to extend or distribute over an area or surface
Synonyms & similar words
disseminate
bedspread
circularise
banquet
propagate
paste
spread
diffuse
spreadhead
circulate
overspread
passaround
disperse
circularize
ranch
broadcast
fanout
distribute
facingpages
gather
gap
spreading
open
goaround
fold
distribute
scatter
disperse
strew
propagate
diffuse
circulate
disseminate
broadcast
extend
unfold
unroll
ramify
proliferate
multiply
Synonyms by register
Informal
Antonyms
Common collocations
- spreads out
- spreads the word
- spreads like wildfire
- spreads disease
- spreads butter
- spreads rumors
- spreads the news
Word family
Usage note
As a verb, 'spread' can refer to the physical act of applying something thinly or the act of distributing information. Ensure context clarifies the intended meaning.
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Example sentences
- The jam spreads easily on the bread.
- He spreads the newspapers out on the table every morning.
- The rumor quickly spreads throughout the school.
- She spreads her arms wide for a hug.
- The virus continues to spread rapidly across the country.
Quotes
The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear. - Buddy the Elf
I want to spread positivity and creativity through my music and my performances. - H.E.R.
Spread love everywhere you go. - Mother Teresa