SPARSELY
Sparse"ly, adv.

Defn: In a scattered or sparse manner.

SPARSENESS
Sparse"ness, n.

Defn: The quality or state of being sparse; as, sparseness of population.

SPARSIM
Spar"sim, adv. Etym: [L., fr. spargere to scatter.]

Defn: Sparsely; scatteredly; here and there.

SPARTAN
Spar"tan, a. Etym: [L. Spartanus.]

Defn: of or pertaining to Sparta, especially to ancient Sparta; hence, hardy; undaunted; as, Spartan souls; Spartan bravey. — n.

Defn: A native or inhabitant of Sparta; figuratively, a person of great courage and fortitude.

SPARTEINE
Spar"te*ine, n. (Chem.)