Synonyms of spread

Antonyms of spread

Collocations of spread

spread rumors
Frequency: 80 %

She spread rumors about her coworker to tarnish her reputation.

spread lies
Frequency: 75 %

He was caught trying to spread lies about his opponent during the election.

spread joy
Frequency: 70 %

The news of their engagement spread joy throughout the family.

spread happiness
Frequency: 65 %

Their kind gestures helped spread happiness among the less fortunate.

spread awareness
Frequency: 60 %

The campaign aims to spread awareness about the importance of recycling.

Idiomatic Expressions for spread

  • Phrase: spread oneself too thin
    Meaning: to try to do too many things at once, resulting in not being able to give enough time or attention to any one thing
    Usage: I need to delegate some tasks to others; otherwise, I'll spread myself too thin and won't be able to finish anything properly.