disperse
3 antonyms and opposites of disperse, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To scatter or spread out in different directions.
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How to use disperse
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin dispergere, "to scatter about" — from dis- ("apart") + spargere ("to scatter"), the same root as "sparse".
Full origin of disperse →Frequently asked questions
What does “disperse” mean?
The word “disperse” means to scatter or spread out in different directions. In plain terms, to scatter or spread out, rather than stay grouped together.
How do you pronounce “disperse”?
“Disperse” is pronounced dih-SPURS (/dɪˈspɝs/ in IPA).
How do you use “disperse” in a sentence?
Here is “disperse” used in a sentence: “The crowd began to disperse once the concert ended.”
What is another word for “disperse”?
Words with a similar meaning to “disperse” include besprenge, broadcast, desparple, discuss, disgregate and disparkle.
What is the opposite of “disperse”?
The opposite of “disperse” — its antonyms — are assemble, collect and round up.
What part of speech is “disperse”?
“Disperse” is a verb.
Where does the word “disperse” come from?
The word “disperse” comes from Latin. From Latin dispergere, "to scatter about" — from dis- ("apart") + spargere ("to scatter"), the same root as "sparse".
Is “disperse” a common word?
“Disperse” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.