Synonyms of distribution

distribution

noun

ˌdi-strə-ˈbyü-shən 

1

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• allocation
• redistribution
• dispensation
• allotment
• issuance
• apportionment
• division
• disbursement
• reallocation
• admeasurement
• reapportionment
• repartition
• partition
• redivision
• separation

2

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sequence
• arrangement
• disposition
• disposal
• ordering
• setup
• order
• array
• continuity
• chain
• layout
• series
• priority
• succession
• design
• procession
• structure
• precedence
• progression
• system
• alignment
• pattern
• aligning
• lining up

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• disruption
• disorder
• confusion
• disorganization
• upset
• disconnection
• disjointedness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of distribution

Local distribution is by Nordisk Film Distribution which has set a February 4, 2027 release date in Denmark. — Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 31 Aug. 2026

In addition to the merger question, members will vote on the distribution of $250,000 to four charities. — Sacbee.com, 31 Aug. 2026

The arrests, ostensibly for bribery, have sent a stark warning to Gazprom and the entire oil and gas industry, which faces a growing crisis of production and distribution as a result of war disruptions. — Andrei Soldatov, Foreign Affairs, 31 Aug. 2026

For more than a week, there wasn’t much news or fanfare that thieves stole more than 40,000 pounds of Milwaukee-founded Pabst Blue Ribbon, or PBR, beer from a Montclair distribution center. — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026