intersperse Meaning & Definition
What Does Intersperse Mean?
Intersperse is a verb that means To mix two things irregularly, placing things of one kind among things of other. (Can we add an example for this sense?). It is also used to mean To scatter or insert something into or among other things.
Intersperse at a Glance
| Part of speech | verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˌɪntəˈspɜːs// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | interlard |
| Verb forms | intersperses, interspersing, interspersed |
Intersperse Definition (Verb)
- To mix two things irregularly, placing things of one kind among things of other. (Can we add an example for this sense?)
- To scatter or insert something into or among other things.
When writing, I intersperse details.
- To diversify by placing or inserting other things among something.
Mother Nature interspersed the petunias with a few dandelions, but it was a pretty garden, anyway.
Verb
- To mix two things irregularly, placing things of one kind among things of other:
Synonyms of Intersperse
Intersperse synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Intersperse
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Intersperse in a Sentence
When writing, I intersperse details.
Mother Nature interspersed the petunias with a few dandelions, but it was a pretty garden, anyway.
Word Forms & Grammar
intersperse (third-person singular simple present intersperses, present participle interspersing, simple past and past participle interspersed)
Words That Rhyme With Intersperse
Origin of Intersperse
From Latin interspergō, interspersus.
Pronouncing Intersperse
Intersperse is pronounced //ˌɪntəˈspɜːs// and has 1 syllable.
Questions People Ask About Intersperse
What part of speech is intersperse?
Intersperse is a verb.
What is another word for intersperse?
You can replace intersperse with words such as interlard. See the full list of intersperse synonyms and antonyms.
What is the past tense of intersperse?
The past tense of intersperse is interspersed. The present participle is interspersing.