Synonyms of peppering

peppering

verb

present participle of pepper

1

as in spraying

to cover by or as if by scattering something over or on

pepper the costume with flecks of glitter

Synonyms & Similar Words

• spraying
• sprinkling
• dotting
• scattering
• strewing
• spotting
• dusting
• sowing
• bestrewing
• blanketing
• drizzling
• studding
• flecking
• dappling
• spattering
• speckling
• stippling
• bespattering

2

as in sprinkling

to mark with small spots especially unevenly

spilled flour peppered the kitchen floor

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sprinkling
• dotting
• spotting
• staining
• flecking
• dyeing
• dappling
• blotching
• speckling
• specking
• stippling
• shooting
• mottling
• interspersing
• freckling
• splotching
• striping
• blotting
• marbling
• barring
• streaking
• spattering
• studding
• banding
• setting
• bespattering

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of peppering

Yamal was a thorn in Saudi Arabia’s side, drifting infield to unleash shots from distance but also peppering the penalty area with wicked deliveries from the right flank. — Mark Carey, New York Times, 2 July 2026

Wright asked, peppering in a rather colorful adjective. — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 24 June 2026

Sunnei emerged on the international scene with unexpected and inventive show concepts, and the designers share with Franco Moschino a tongue-in-cheek attitude to fashion, peppering their collections with fashion commentary. — Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 21 June 2026

The meeting went off the rails when Pelley, a 50-year veteran journalist, began peppering Bilton with questions and accused Weiss of destroying the show’s sterling reputation. — Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 3 June 2026

Hezbollah upped its campaign as well, peppering Israeli troops in southern Lebanon and areas of northern Israel with drones and rocket attacks, according to statements from the group. — Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2026

The charm offensive was benefited Rubio peppering in a number of jokes during his hourlong appearance. — Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 7 May 2026

Fragrant blooms cover plants in spring, with repeat blooming through summer and fall, peppering the air with their distinctive clove-like scent. — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026

O’Leary’s just been peppering the house manager with questions about her business and admiring the replica of the Stay-Puft Marshmallow Man that dominates the entryway. — Brent Lang, Variety, 9 Apr. 2026