disperse (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /dɪˈspɜːrs/

Definition

To spread out over a wide area; to cause to spread out.

Examples

• The crowd began to disperse after the concert ended.

• Police used tear gas to disperse the protesters.

• The fog dispersed as the sun rose.

How to Use disperse

disperse into (prepositional phrase)

To spread out and separate into smaller parts or groups. — "The smoke dispersed into the atmosphere."

disperse with (prepositional phrase)

To cause something to spread out or go away. — "The wind dispersed the leaves with great speed."

Synonyms of disperse

Words with a similar meaning to disperse:

• scatter
• spread
• distribute
• disseminate

Antonyms of disperse

Words with the opposite meaning to disperse:

• gather
• concentrate
• assemble

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