Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
permeate
verb
/ˈpɜːr.mi.eɪt/
Definition
To spread or flow throughout something.
Examples
- The smell of freshly baked bread seemed to permeate the entire house.
- Good relationships can permeate our lives, bringing joy and happiness.
- As the rain fell, the water began to permeate the soil.
Meaning
Permeate refers to the act of something penetrating or spreading through various materials or spaces.
Synonyms
- pervade
- infuse
- penetrate
- seep
- fill
