Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
penetration
noun
/ˌpɛnɪˈtreɪʃən/
Definition
The action of entering or piercing something.
Examples
- The penetration of the needle into the fabric was precise.
- Market penetration strategies help businesses increase their share in a competitive landscape.
- The research focused on the penetration of technology in rural areas.
Meaning
Penetration refers to the ability to break through or pass inside a barrier or surface. It can describe both physical actions and metaphorical contexts, such as ideas or influences being accepted in a community.
Synonyms
- Infiltration
- Entry
- Incursion
- Piercing
- Access
