IELTS Speaking · Vocabulary
disseminate
verb/dɪˈsemɪneɪt/Band 9
Last updated 21 July 2026
In short
“disseminate” is a Band 9 verb that means to spread information or knowledge widely. Below you'll find its pronunciation, natural example sentences, synonyms and antonyms, and the collocations that help you use it accurately in the IELTS Speaking test.
Meaning
To spread information or knowledge widely.
Example sentences
Natural, spoken examples at the level an examiner rewards.
- “Universities disseminate research through journals and conferences.”
- “The internet allows ideas to be disseminated instantly.”
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms
distributecirculatebroadcastspread
Antonyms
suppresswithhold
Collocations & common phrases
Word partners that make your usage sound natural — the difference between knowing a word and using it well.
Collocations
disseminate informationdisseminate knowledgedisseminate findings
Common phrases
widely disseminated
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Frequently asked questions
What does “disseminate” mean?
To spread information or knowledge widely.
How do you use “disseminate” in a sentence?
For example: “Universities disseminate research through journals and conferences.”
What are some synonyms for “disseminate”?
Synonyms include distribute, circulate, broadcast, spread.
Is “disseminate” good vocabulary for IELTS Speaking?
Yes. It is Band 9 vocabulary, and collocations such as disseminate information, disseminate knowledge, disseminate findings help you use it naturally. Reaching for precise, less common words like this is exactly what lifts your Lexical Resource score.
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