pervade (Meaning)

Wordnet

pervade (v)

spread or diffuse through

Webster

pervade (v. t.)

To pass or flow through, as an aperture, pore, or interstice; to permeate.

To pass or spread through the whole extent of; to be diffused throughout.

pervade Sentence Examples

  1. An oppressive silence pervaded the room, suffocating any attempts at conversation.
  2. The intoxicating scent of jasmine pervaded the garden, creating an atmosphere of tranquility.
  3. A sense of dread pervaded the town as rumors of an impending attack spread.
  4. The sweet melody of the violin pervaded the concert hall, enchanting the audience with its ethereal beauty.
  5. A thick fog pervaded the forest, obscuring visibility and creating an eerie ambiance.
  6. The aroma of freshly baked cookies pervaded the house, inviting everyone to indulge.
  7. A feeling of despair pervaded the refugees' camp, as they struggled to cope with the horrors they had witnessed.
  8. The oppressive heat pervaded the summer air, making it difficult to breathe.
  9. A sense of joy pervaded the village during the annual festival, as people celebrated and shared in the festivities.
  10. The pungent smell of gasoline pervaded the garage, a constant reminder of the dangers lurking within.

FAQs About the word pervade

spread or diffuse throughTo pass or flow through, as an aperture, pore, or interstice; to permeate., To pass or spread through the whole extent of; to be diffus

permeate, penetrate,suffuse,flood, interpenetrate, pass (into), percolate (into), impregnate, transfuse,saturate

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An oppressive silence pervaded the room, suffocating any attempts at conversation.

The intoxicating scent of jasmine pervaded the garden, creating an atmosphere of tranquility.

A sense of dread pervaded the town as rumors of an impending attack spread.

The sweet melody of the violin pervaded the concert hall, enchanting the audience with its ethereal beauty.