What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
littered
Example
The park was littered with empty bottles and food wrappers. [littered: adjective]
Example
He littered the room with his clothes and books. [littered: verb]
strewn
Example
The beach was strewn with seashells and driftwood. [strewn: adjective]
Example
She had strewn her papers all over the desk. [strewn: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Littered is more commonly used than strewn in everyday language, especially in the context of describing outdoor areas.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between littered and strewn?
Both littered and strewn are relatively informal words, but littered may be seen as more informal due to its negative connotation.
