DISTRIBUTION Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

distribution

noun

ˌdi-strə-ˈbyü-shən

Definition of distribution

as in allocation

the act or process of giving out something to each member of a group aid workers oversaw the distribution of supplies to the flood victims

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as in sequence

the way objects in space or events in time are arranged or follow one another the distribution of those stars has long suggested the form of a dipper

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Recent Examples of distribution If Musk chooses another distribution method, parents may need some type of custodial account to hold stock for a minor. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 26 Oct. 2026 There are also connections in communication and distribution. — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 26 Oct. 2026 Cash available for distribution has covered its dividend in four of the last five years. — Sebastien Chasse, CNBC, 26 Oct. 2026 The deal, which was announced this afternoon, covers the international distribution of the Japanese company’s vertical content, including its anime slate. — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 25 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for distribution

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Noun

Districts have up to three school years to spend each allocation, and any unspent money then reverts to the California Department of Education the following year.

— Chaewon Chung, Sacbee.com, 23 Oct. 2026
Among family offices established more than 20 years ago, nearly half have alternative allocations above 40%, compared to 32% for newer family offices, according to the survey.

— Robert Frank, CNBC, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of allocation

Noun

That sequence also has a quick cameo from Aaron Paul, who plays Matt’s dad in one of his transformations.

— Jordan Moreau, Variety, 25 Oct. 2026
The sequence demonstrated the ability of different naval weapon systems to participate in a coordinated engagement against a surface target.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of sequence

Noun

This acceleration in the redistribution of wealth from the middle class to the very top, in short, has an array of drivers.

— Markus Schneider, The Conversation, 20 Oct. 2026
Its progressive benefit formula gives lower-wage workers a greater replacement rate than higher-wage workers, making redistribution a feature of the design.

— Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of redistribution

Noun

But his planning doesn’t mean that the tax would survive the courts, and in any case, not every billionaire will necessarily make similar arrangements.

— Ramesh Ponnuru, Washington Post, 27 Oct. 2026
Under the conceptual arrangement, the city would own the property and oversee street construction, while the district would participate financially and construct its own access drives connecting to the new street.

— Randy Moll, Arkansas Online, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of arrangement

Noun

As for finishing touches and accessories, Ortega sported a pair of strappy gold sandal heels, amplifying the sunny disposition of her attire, and wore a set of statement cocktail rings to boot.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2026
Their commitment and disposition to become familiar with governing documents, ask informed questions, and work constructively with other directors are often more important than simply having strong opinions about community issues.

— Gary M. Mars, Miami Herald, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of disposition

Noun

Replacing a sofa means delivery windows, disposal of the old piece and the risk that the new one won’t fit the room or the household’s lifestyle.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 23 Oct. 2026
Other existing Idaho laws on miscarriage management are limited, mostly focused on the disposal of a fetus’s remains and on vital statistics certificates.

— Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of disposal

Noun

Wing also developed integrations with retailers’ ordering systems and existing fulfillment workflows, alongside remote operations centers where pilots can oversee flights across multiple locations.

— Yoav Amitai, Forbes.com, 26 Oct. 2026
Weavabel attributes the growth to brands seeking greater control over label artwork, translations and ordering across their supplier networks.

— Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026

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