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scattered scattered /ˈskæt.əd/ aep /ˈskæt̬.ɚd/ adjective ► C2 covering a wide area: » Toys and books were scattered about/around the room.» My family is scattered all over the world.» The forecast is for scattered showers (= separate areas of rain) tomorrow.Thesaurus+: ↑Spreading and scattering• • • Extra Examples:» She gathered up the newspapers that were scattered around the floor.» Papers were scattered all over her desk.» Several pillows were scattered about.» It has 50 or more offices scattered across the country.» The smoke cleared to reveal debris scattered across the street. |