permeate (Meaning)

Wordnet

permeate (v)

spread or diffuse through

pass through

penetrate mutually or be interlocked

Webster

permeate (v. t.)

To pass through the pores or interstices of; to penetrate and pass through without causing rupture or displacement; -- applied especially to fluids which pass through substances of loose texture; as, water permeates sand.

To enter and spread through; to pervade.

FAQs About the word permeate

spread or diffuse through, pass through, penetrate mutually or be interlockedTo pass through the pores or interstices of; to penetrate and pass through without

penetrate, suffuse, pervade, percolate (into), interpenetrate, pass (into), saturate,flood, riddle, fill (up)

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The sweet fragrance of roses permeated the room, creating a tranquil atmosphere.

The pungent odor of smoke permeated the building, suffocating the occupants.

The idea of freedom permeated the hearts of the oppressed people.

The warm sunlight permeated the leaves of the trees, turning them into golden tapestries.