What is another word for Pattered?

Pronunciation: [pˈatəd] (IPA)

The word "Pattered" refers to a light, tapping sound, often made by feet or raindrops. Synonyms of pattered include tap, patter, drum, thump, thud, clatter, and patter. The word also sometimes refers to the sound of someone speaking quickly and lightly, in which case synonyms could include chatter, babble, talk, prattle, blabber, and jabber. Pattering can also be used to describe the sound of animal feet, in which case synonyms would include scurry, scamper, gallop, and trot. The word "pattered" also has related words such as patterning, patterns, and patterned. Using synonyms can help to add variety and nuance to writing.

What are the hypernyms for Pattered?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Pattered

The door swung wide and a band of lithe blue figures, bearing a huge letter "S" done in scarlet on the fronts of their blouses, Pattered into the gymnasium, amid loud applause.
"Marjorie Dean High School Freshman"
Pauline Lester
Their steel helmets, upon which rain Pattered a week ago, were like millers' hats.
"From Bapaume to Passchendaele, 1917"
Philip Gibbs
A little later he flew over a passenger train and Pattered bullets through its windows, and then, having no more ammunition, went home.
"From Bapaume to Passchendaele, 1917"
Philip Gibbs

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