Bespatter

usgb/bɪˈspætər/
verb

To splash small drops of a liquid or sticky substance on something.

He accidentally bespattered his clothes with paint while working.
Visual representation of "bespatter" - To splash small drops of a liquid or sticky substance on something.

Often appears as...

  • bespatter with mud
  • bespatter with paint
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Visual representation of "bespatter"
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Literal Splash

Use 'bespatter' when describing something being covered with droplets, not fully submerged or soaked.

Illustration for Literal Splash
The passing car bespattered her with water from the puddle.
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Physical Messiness

Choose 'bespatter' when describing a physical state that is messy with spots and splashes, often unintentionally.

Illustration for Physical Messiness
His new boots were bespattered with mud after hiking.
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Surface Impact

Use the word for surfaces where the spattering effect is clearly visible, like clothes or walls.

Illustration for Surface Impact
After cooking, the apron was bespattered with sauce.
Visual representation of the word "Bespatter"

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