Word
distributed
Phoneticsdis·trib·uted
US/dɪˈstɹɪbjətəd/
UK/dˈɪstɹɪbjˌuːtɪd/
Definitions
01spread over an area
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. spread out over a large area or among many people.
adj. dispersed or scattered across a significant geographical area or throughout a population.
“The company has a distributed workforce with employees living in ten different countries.”
“The species is widely distributed across the northern hemisphere, though its population density varies significantly by climate zone.”
Antonyms
02computing
C1 · Advanced Computing Technical
adj. describing a system where many computers work together on the same task.
adj. relating to a system of multiple autonomous computers that communicate through a network to achieve a common goal.
“A distributed network is harder to crash because there is no single point of failure.”
“The research team utilised a distributed computing model to process the massive datasets generated by the particle accelerator.”
Usage
Often used to describe databases, networks, or ledger technologies like blockchain.
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Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “distributed” in context.
Real-World Examples
“About 80% of the funding distributed by Catholic Schools NSW comes from the state and federal governments.” “The payment will be distributed among the 3,452 flight attendants in the class action after expenses are removed, including legal fees.” “The company said it was unaware of any reported illnesses linked to its products containing jalapeños, which were distributed to major retailers across 26 states.” Word family
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Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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