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Antonym of Spread

Definition:

The antonym of "spread" refers to the opposite action or concept of spreading or expanding something.

Part of Speech:

It can be used as a noun, verb, or adjective.

Senses and Usages:

1. Noun
• Example: "Contraction"
• When referring to a noun, the antonym of spread is "contraction," which is the process of becoming smaller, more limited, or condensed.
2. Verb
• Example: "Compact"
• As a verb, the antonym of spread is "compact," which means to press or squeeze something together, reducing its size or physical extent.
3. Adjective
• Example: "Limited"
• When used as an adjective, the antonym of spread can be "limited," indicating a restriction, confinement, or a lack of widespread distribution.

Sample Sentences:

Here are some sample sentences using the antonym of spread:

• "The contraction of the disease led to a decrease in its prevalence."
• "They compacted the clothes to fit more items into the suitcase."
• "The limited availability of tickets caused disappointment among the fans."

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• Books on Contraction
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