Splatter/ˈsplætər/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Forceful Application Used when liquid or bits are thrown with energy, often resulting in a messy spread. He splattered the sauce on the wall while cooking. Pro Tip 2/3Unintentional Mess Often implies an accident or lack of control, not always a deliberate action. She slipped and splattered the juice all over the floor. Pro Tip 3/3Intensity of Action Conveys a sense of vigor or intensity in the action being described. During the food fight, pies were splattered against walls.