dispense
0 antonyms and opposites of dispense, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To give out or distribute something, especially in measured amounts.
How to use dispense
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French dispenser, from Latin dispensare, "to weigh out, distribute, manage" — from dis- ("apart") + pendere ("to weigh").
Full origin of dispense →Frequently asked questions
What does “dispense” mean?
The word “dispense” means to give out or distribute something, especially in measured amounts. In plain terms, to hand something out, or (with "with") to skip something unnecessary.
How do you pronounce “dispense”?
“Dispense” is pronounced dih-SPEHNS (/dɪˈspɛns/ in IPA).
How do you use “dispense” in a sentence?
Here is “dispense” used in a sentence: “The machine dispenses hot drinks at the push of a button.”
What part of speech is “dispense”?
“Dispense” is a verb.
Where does the word “dispense” come from?
The word “dispense” comes from Latin. From Old French dispenser, from Latin dispensare, "to weigh out, distribute, manage" — from dis- ("apart") + pendere ("to weigh").
Is “dispense” a common word?
“Dispense” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
How many meanings does “dispense” have?
“Dispense” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to give out or distribute something, especially in measured amounts.