Synonyms of disburse

disburse

verb

dis-ˈbərs 

as in to pay

to hand over or use up in payment

the foundation disburses money to many worthy causes

Synonyms & Similar Words

• pay
• spend
• give
• expend
• lay out
• outlay
• shell out
• drop
• fork (over, out, or up)
• lavish
• dissipate
• rain
• waste
• throw away
• run through
• squander
• blow
• fritter (away)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• save
• make
• acquire
• procure
• earn
• secure
• hoard
• realize
• win
• gain
• lay up
• cache
• garner

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of disburse

Established in 1979, the division helps states disburse IDEA funding to school districts for many things, including resources like assistive technology for students' Individualized Education Programs, or IEPs. — Zachary Schermele, USA Today, 11 July 2026

But, to date, no funds have been disbursed to the five regional Workforce Development Boards that use state and federal funding to train workers and link them with potential employers. — Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 10 July 2026

Since 2018, the panel has also disbursed more than $1 billion in election security grants, according to a report by the Bipartisan Policy Center. — Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026

However, concerns arise as funds accumulate in vehicles like DAFs faster than they are disbursed, creating a tension within the sector. — Gabriel Alin Zainescu, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026