distribute (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /dɪˈstrɪbjuːt/

Definition

To give out or spread something among a number of people or places.

Examples

• The charity plans to distribute food and blankets to families affected by the flood.

• Books are distributed to libraries across the country to ensure public access.

• The company will distribute its new software update to all users next week.

How to Use distribute

distribute to (prepositional phrase)

To give or send something to a particular group or place. — "The flyers were distributed to every household in the neighborhood."

distribute among (prepositional phrase)

To share or spread something out between several people or things. — "Profits will be distributed among the shareholders."

distribute evenly (collocation)

To share or spread in equal amounts. — "Try to distribute the weight evenly in the backpack."

Synonyms of distribute

Words with a similar meaning to distribute:

• give out
• hand out
• disperse
• allocate
• disseminate

Antonyms of distribute

Words with the opposite meaning to distribute:

• collect
• gather
• centralize

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