sprewl

/ˈsprɛwəl/

Definitions

1. verb

to walk or move with a slow, heavy, or clumsy gait

“The old man began to sprawl across the room, exhausted from his long journey.”

2. verb

to sprawl or spread out in a disorganized or untidy manner

“The child’s toys began to sprawl all over the living room floor.”

3. noun

a sprawling or sprawling area

“The city’s sprawling development has led to a loss of green spaces.”

Synonyms

  • lurch
  • stumble

Antonyms

  • dart
  • stride