Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pervading
adjective
/pərˈveɪdɪŋ/
Definition
spreading widely throughout an area or a group of people.
Examples
- The pervading sense of tension in the room made it hard to focus.
- There was a pervading aroma of freshly baked bread in the bakery.
- Her pervading influence on the team helped them achieve their goals.
Meaning
When something is described as pervading, it means that it is present everywhere in a particular place or situation, often in a way that is difficult to ignore.
Synonyms
- pervasive
- ubiquitous
- widespread
- universal
