dispensed

[dɪˈspɛnst]

dispensed Definition

• 1. distribute or provide (a service or information) to a number of people.
• 2. prepare and give out (medicine or treatment).
• 3. get rid of (something) by selling it or giving it away.

Using dispensed: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "dispensed" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The charity dispensed food and clothing to the homeless.

• Example

  The pharmacist dispensed the medication according to the doctor's prescription.

• Example

  The store dispensed with its old inventory by having a clearance sale.

dispensed Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for dispensed

• distribute
• administer
• provide
• issue
• give out

Antonyms for dispensed

• collect
• gather
• hoard

Phrases with dispensed

• dispense with

  to get rid of something or someone; to do without something or someone

  Example

  We can dispense with the formalities and get straight to the point.

• dispense justice

  to make decisions in a fair and impartial way

  Example

  As a judge, it is his duty to dispense justice.

• dispense advice

  to give advice or guidance

  Example

  As a mentor, it is her job to dispense advice to new employees.

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Summary: dispensed in Brief

The verb 'dispensed' [dɪˈspɛnst] means to distribute or provide a service or information to a number of people. It also refers to preparing and giving out medicine or treatment, as well as getting rid of something by selling it or giving it away. Examples include 'The charity dispensed food and clothing to the homeless,' and 'The pharmacist dispensed the medication according to the doctor's prescription.' The phrase 'dispense with' means to get rid of something or someone, while 'dispense justice' means to make decisions in a fair and impartial way.