scattergood

[ skat-er-good ]

/ ˈskæt ərˌgʊd /

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noun

a spendthrift.

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“Was” is used for the indicative past tense of “to be,” and “were” is only used for the subjunctive past tense.

Origin of scattergood

First recorded in 1570–80; scatter + good

Scattergood arose ponderously and limped out into the middle of the dusty road.
Scattergood Baines|Clarence Budington Kelland
Conversation had expired on Scattergood's arrival, and the group on the porch converted itself into an audience.
Scattergood Baines|Clarence Budington Kelland
Next morning Scattergood was about early, padding slowly up and down the crossed streets which made up the village.
Scattergood Baines|Clarence Budington Kelland
Scattergood ate with ease and pleasure two complete suppers—to the openly expressed admiration of Emma, the waitress.
Scattergood Baines|Clarence Budington Kelland

"Can't bear to stay near a man that mentions so much money in a breath," said Scattergood, with his most ingratiating grin.
Scattergood Baines|Clarence Budington Kelland