Bespread

To spread over or cover an area; to distribute or scatter something across a surface. It implies a coating or dispersal of something, often broadly and extensively. The action of bespreading can involve physical substances, abstract concepts like fear or joy, or even things like light or information. The intensity of the spreading can vary, from a thin layer to a thick coating, and it often suggests a natural or organic process of distribution, rather than a deliberate or controlled application. The word evokes an image of something flowing or settling across a given space, permeating it in some way. The focus is generally on the action of covering or distributing, highlighting the resulting expanse and coverage.

Bespread meaning with examples

• The artist watched as the morning light slowly bespread the valley, turning the shadowed fields into a panorama of golden hues, each blade of grass catching a sliver of sun, making the landscape wake from the night. His painting's colors were derived from this view.
• A wave of nervous laughter bespread the room as the comedian delivered his punchline, a collective tension melting as the joke went from silence to echoing hilarity. The once-tense atmosphere transformed, leaving everyone laughing at the shared wit.
• The disease bespread the livestock farm, first among the cattle then the sheep, becoming a terrifying threat to the farmers, whose livelihood was at risk, with the sickness's rapid propagation. Efforts to contain the disease quickly became paramount.
• Darkness quickly bespread the forest as the sun dipped below the horizon, swallowing the trail. Now the hikers, relying on their dwindling battery, sought to set up camp as the twilight began to fade, hoping for warmth from the fire.
• During the holiday party, the aroma of cinnamon and nutmeg bespread the entire house, a comforting invitation to enjoy the festive atmosphere, welcoming family and friends to a warm embrace. It filled the hallways and the rooms with pleasure.