Synonyms of intersperse

intersperse

verb

ˌin-tər-ˈspərs 

1

as in to weave

to scatter or set here and there among other things

for variety, intersperse some photos among the other decorations on the wall

Synonyms & Similar Words

• weave
• combine
• insert
• mix
• incorporate
• salt
• thread
• interweave
• interlace
• integrate
• blend
• alternate
• mingle
• merge
• intermingle
• juxtapose
• wreathe
• embody
• lace
• amalgamate
• assimilate
• commingle
• fuse

2

as in to insert

to put among or between others

intersperses some fascinating factoids about wine between his profiles of the nation's leading wineries

Synonyms & Similar Words

• insert
• introduce
• inject
• interject
• add
• interpolate
• fit (in or into)
• interpose
• sandwich (in or between)
• intercalate
• weave
• work in
• insinuate
• edge in
• install
• cut in
• inset
• append
• attach
• cram
• thrust
• shove
• wedge
• interline
• interfile
• inlay
• lard

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• eliminate
• extract
• exclude
• withdraw
• deduct
• subtract
• expel
• eject
• detach
• reject

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of intersperse

Sea bass crudo is a refreshing start, the succulent slices of fish interspersed with fresh mango and bits of teardrop pepper. — Connie Ogle july 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026

The 62-year-old Payton’s mind rarely works linearly, his thoughts akin to a script from a Christopher Nolan movie, interspersed with flashbacks. — Luca Evans, Denver Post, 30 July 2026

For a memorable performance in 2003, Carnegie placed part of the audience on the stage and interspersed the rest with the musicians on a platform erected above the orchestra seats. — Justin Davidson, Curbed, 29 July 2026

The garland-style crown features diamonds shaped into tulips and stars, interspersed with continuous running scrolls, and was originally gifted to Diana’s grandmother, Lady Cynthia Hamilton, on her wedding day in 1919. — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 29 July 2026

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