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Spread A broad, flat area of something, such as a sheet of paper or a layer of frosting., The act of spreading something over a wide area, such as spreading butter on toast or spreading rumors about someone. ■ John was so lazy that he couldn't even spread his own peanut butter. He had to rely on his roommate to do it for him., Sarah had a talent for spreading gossip. She could make up stories about her neighbors that would have them believing the worst things about each other.
aeroplane A large, metal contraption that has wings and is used for flying. ■ Why did the aeroplane break up with its partner? Because it wanted to spread its wings and fly solo!
bacterial adjective Hilariously contagious ■ "That cold is so bacterial, it spread to everyone in the office in a matter of days."
branched To spread out into many branches or directions, like a tree. ■ The scientist branched out into the field of genetics and made some groundbreaking discoveries.
buffet A table spread with a variety of food, especially at a social gathering. ■ "I don't know what I'm going to eat at this buffet, there are so many options!"
cancer A malignant growth of cells that can spread to other parts of the body, often leading to death. ■ I heard my grandma has cancer. I'm not sure how she's still alive after all this time.
Circulated A rumor or gossip that has been spread around a lot, often without any basis in fact. ■ When the rumor about the actor's divorce circulated, everyone started speculating who he was going to end up with.
Distribute To spread out or divide into parts, often in an uneven manner. ■ "I always make sure to distribute my pizza equally among the group, even though some people will inevitably end up with more cheese than others."
distributed Funnily divided or spread out. ■ "The cake was so delicious, I distributed it equally among my friends. But then I realized that they are all lactose intolerant and now we have a lot of leftovers."
Extent The greatest possible amount or degree of something, especially in relation to size or spread. ■ He went to the extent of cleaning his entire apartment, even the corners under the couch.
exterminated To kill or eliminate all of a particular species, group, or organization. ■ "The government decided to exterminate all the mosquitoes in the city to prevent the spread of malaria."
firefighters A group of brave men and women who rush into burning buildings to rescue people and animals, put out fires, and prevent the spread of destruction. ■ "Why did the firefighter go to school? To become a fire-starter!"
Glop A thick, sticky, and unpleasant substance that is difficult to spread. ■ "I accidentally spilled my hot chocolate all over the floor, creating a huge gloppy mess!"
jam A sticky, sweet spread made from mashed fruits, especially berries. It is often used as a topping on toast or crackers. ■ Jane's mom always makes the best strawberry jam for breakfast.
jihad The holy war of peace and love. ■ "I'm on a jihad to spread positivity and good vibes in the world! Let's all join forces for this noble cause!"
laid To spread a person out flat or in a particular position, often intentionally to make them uncomfortable. ■ "I told him he was too uptight, so I laid him down on the floor and showed him how to relax."
malice a desire to do harm or cause suffering to someone, often through deceit or trickery ■ "He spread rumors about his ex-girlfriend with malice, hoping to make her life as miserable as possible."
maliciously With a mischievous or spiteful intent. To cause harm, distress, or annoyance intentionally. ■ "John maliciously spread rumors about his coworker's personal life to make her feel miserable at work."
Mayo A condiment made from egg yolks and oil, often used as a spread or dip. ■ "I mayonnaised my sandwich with some fancy mayo."
molasses A sweet, sticky syrup made from boiled sugarcane or beets. It is often used as a spread on toast. ■ "I accidentally spilled molasses all over my shirt this morning, so now I'm known as the 'Molasses Man'.
peddle To spread false information about someone or something, often in an attempt to discredit them. ■ "John's trying to peddle rumors about Sarah to make himself look better," said Bob.
Proliferation The rapid spread or growth of something, often in an uncontrolled or unwanted manner. ■ After the company's product went viral on social media, proliferation became a buzzword in the business world.
propaganda Information, especially of a political or commercial nature, that is spread intentionally to influence public opinion. ■ "The government's propaganda campaign convinced the public that they needed to buy more war bonds to support the war effort."
prune A small, usually flat, tree with a single stem or trunk and branches that spread outward from the base. ■ "I saw a prune tree in my backyard today. It looked like it had been pruned to perfection."
ripples Small, outwardly spreading waves or currents of something. ■ "After the cannonball hit the water, ripples spread out in all directions, causing even the nearby sea creatures to feel a little shaken."
rumours A collection of unverified and usually exaggerated stories, often spread by word-of-mouth. ■ "I heard she won the lottery because she rubbed a genie's lamp while singing a song about her cat. But I guess that's just another rumour."
scatter A group of people or things that are spread out over a large area, often in a random pattern. ■ "The students were scattered all over the classroom, trying to find their desks."
smear A thin, even layer of something spread over a surface. ■ I accidentally smeared butter on the floor with my knife.
Smeared To spread something over a surface, usually in an uneven or sloppy manner. ■ After forgetting her umbrella at home, Jane smeared herself with mud while trying to cross the street.
violently Adverb: in an extremely forceful or aggressive manner, often involving physical harm or injury. ■ "I accidentally spilled my cup of coffee violently on the floor, causing a flood of water to spread throughout the room."
Worldwide An adjective used to describe something that is everywhere, all over the place. ■ "The gossip spread worldwide about the celebrity's divorce."
apostles A group of disciples who were chosen by Jesus Christ to spread His teachings throughout the world. ■ "The apostles traveled far and wide, spreading the word of Jesus to all corners of the earth." A group of individuals who follow a certain leader or cause with unwavering devotion. ■ "The apostles of Oprah were a dedicated bunch, always ready to promote her latest book club selection."
Birdcage A cage for birds, especially small ones, made of wire mesh or other lightweight material. Also used figuratively to refer to a restrictive or limiting situation. ■ "I can't stand being in this birdcage of a job. I need to spread my wings and fly!"
Branch A long, thin piece of something that grows out from a tree or plant. ■I had to go to the branch office today because the one in my hometown closed down., To diverge or spread off from the main body or course of something. ■The company decided to branch out into new markets to increase their revenue., A member of a religious organization, especially one that is part of a larger group. ■I went to the church to meet with my fellow branches and discuss our latest project.
Butter A delicious, creamy spread made from the fat of cows. It's often used to make toast and other tasty dishes. ■ "I accidentally left the butter on the counter and it melted all over my shirt! Looks like I'm wearing a 'butter-y' dress now!"
cancers A disease characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells, often leading to the development of tumors. ■ "I'm sorry, but I can't go to the beach with you today - I have a bad case of sun cancer on my back."
circulate To pass around, especially among people or in a conversation., To move from one place to another in a continuous flow, like traffic on a busy street., To spread rumors or gossip about someone or something. ■ "I can't seem to stop circulating around the office. I just can't sit still for more than 5 minutes!, "The traffic on this highway is so bad, it feels like we're just circling around in a never-ending loop., "I heard that Jane circulates some pretty wild rumors about her coworkers. I wonder if any of them are true?
condom A thin rubber or latex covering that is worn over the genitalia during sexual intercourse to prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infections and to add a little extra protection from unwanted pregnancy. ■ "John may have forgotten to pack his condoms, but he quickly remembered why they're important when his girlfriend started yelling about her yeast infection."
diphtheria A highly infectious bacterial disease that causes a sore throat and fever, often leading to difficulty breathing. It is usually spread through respiratory droplets. ■ "I was about to go on my first date when I realized I had diphtheria. My date turned into a scary and painful experience of trying to breathe while wearing an oxygen mask."
example A thing that serves as an illustration or demonstration of something else. ■ "When in doubt, use an example. For instance, if someone asks you how to make a sandwich, you can say, 'Here's an example: take two slices of bread, spread some mayonnaise on one slice, add some lettuce and tomato, put the other slice on top, and voila! You have a delicious sandwich.'
Flew To move through the air with the help of wings, at a speed that is faster than walking. ■ The bird flew so fast that it left the earthbound creatures in its wake. Its feathers were spread wide as it soared over the treetops, gracefully navigating the skies.
infection A contagious disease or illness caused by the presence and spread of microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, or fungi. ■ After catching a cold from her sick roommate, Sarah was so paranoid about germs that she started washing her hands with soap for 30 seconds every time she touched anything. Even the dog had to be quarantined in their own room!
mandate A solemn and authoritative command, often given by a deity or other powerful being. ■ "Thou shalt not covet thy neighbor's wife" was the divine mandate handed down to Moses on Mount Sinai.; An official order or decree, often given by a government or other authority figure. ■ "All citizens must wear masks in public places to prevent the spread of COVID-19" was the government's mandate during the pandemic.; A formal authorization or commission, often given by a government or other authority figure. ■ "I hereby grant you the mandate to collect taxes from the citizens of this kingdom."
Marmalade A sticky, sweet substance made from the juice of citrus fruits and sugar. Often served as a breakfast spread on toast. ■ "I accidentally spilled my marmalade all over my shirt this morning! It's now covered in a sugary, sticky mess."
measles A highly infectious disease caused by the measles virus, characterized by a rash of tiny red spots that spread over the entire body. It is also known as the "seven-day fever," because it usually causes symptoms to last for seven days. ■ "Johnny came down with measles and had to miss his friend's birthday party. But at least he got a lot of attention when he returned to school covered in spots."
Messengers 1. A group of people sent to deliver messages or do other tasks. ■ "I sent my messengers out to spread the word about our new product launch. They were so effective that we sold out in just a few hours!"
Missionaries 1. People who go to foreign lands to spread the word of their religion and convert others. ■ "The missionaries spent months studying the local language and customs before attempting to convince the natives that their own beliefs were wrong."
Missionary A person who travels to foreign countries to spread their religion and convert others to it. ■ "I can't believe I have to spend the next six months in the middle of nowhere spreading Christianity to savages. I hope I get a good conversion rate, otherwise I might just have to find another line of work." A person who takes on an ambitious and challenging task with great enthusiasm and determination. ■ "I'm such a missionary when it comes to getting things done. I don't stop until the job is completed and I've achieved my goals."
mustard A spicy yellow condiment made from ground mustard seeds and other ingredients, often used as a spread on sandwiches or to add flavor to dishes. ■ "I forgot my mustard at home! How am I supposed to make a grilled cheese without it?", A person who is always in a hurry and never has time for anything else, often causing them to become stressed or anxious. ■ "I'm so busy, I don't even have time to eat my mustard!"
pesto A thick, green paste made from basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Often used as a sauce or spread. ■ "I accidentally squirted pesto in my eye instead of using the squeeze bottle. Now I have a tasty eye drop!