Smeared

To spread or coat a substance (often a viscous or semi-solid material) across a surface, typically in an uneven or messy manner. This action can be intentional, like applying paint, or unintentional, like a stain spreading. It often implies a lack of precision or control, resulting in an unclear or distorted appearance. The term emphasizes the act of applying something thinly and often somewhat haphazardly, contrasting with deliberate and controlled applications like painting with a brush. The resulting surface can vary significantly in appearance and texture depending on the substance and method used.

Smeared meaning with examples

• The toddler, delighted by his artistic endeavors, happily smeared the entire kitchen table with peanut butter. His parents' attempts at cleaning the substance was also in turn 'smeared'. The chaotic result of their 'smeared' efforts, meant a longer clean-up was ahead. This 'smeared' mess became the talk of their friends and family when the photo went viral.
• The artist used her fingers to smear the vibrant colors of oil paint onto the canvas. The technique added a textured, impressionistic effect and created a 'smeared' appearance which was intended to look like an ethereal glow. Her process involved building up layers, with each 'smeared' stroke contributing to the final image. This 'smeared' paint defined the movement of her artistry.
• Grease from the car engine inadvertently smeared across his hands and clothes as he worked. He found it hard to clean, and the 'smeared' evidence of his car repair. He hoped his mechanic would find his car okay. He could only hope he would remember how to do his job from all the 'smeared' grease.
• The rain quickly smeared the fresh paint on the newly built fence, creating a streaky and distorted appearance. As a result, the 'smeared' paint created an ugly stain, the homeowner would have to repaint the entire structure. This 'smeared' fence and poor painting has made the homeowner angry.
• After the accident, blood smeared the pavement, a grim testament to the severity of the collision. The 'smeared' blood was cleaned up, and a prayer service was given for the fallen driver. 'Smeared' blood is rarely a good sign for the victim in the car or other vehicles involved.