What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
disp
Example
The organization will disp food and water to the victims of the disaster. [disp: verb]
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The government is responsible for the disp of vaccines to the public. [disp: noun]
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The teacher will disp the handouts to the students before the class starts. [disp: verb]
distribute
Example
The company will distribute the profits among its shareholders. [distribute: verb]
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The government will distribute the relief goods to the affected communities. [distribute: verb]
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The publisher will distribute the books to different bookstores nationwide. [distribute: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Distribute is more commonly used than disp in everyday language, especially in formal contexts. Disp is more specialized and may be used in specific fields such as healthcare or education.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between disp and distribute?
Distribute is more commonly used in formal contexts, while disp is more informal and may be used in casual conversation or writing.
