1. A plan or scheme that lacks coherence, organization, or clear structure; a disorganized or fragmented approach to achieving objectives
The project failed because the team followed a scattered plan without clear milestones.
O projeto falhou porque a equipe seguiu um plano disperso sem marcos claros.
2. In urban planning or architecture, a development layout where buildings or facilities are spread out irregularly rather than in a concentrated pattern
The suburb developed according to a scattered plan, with houses spread far apart.
O subúrbio se desenvolveu de acordo com um plano disperso, com casas espalhadas.