26984 words

permeates

2 definitions • 4 examples
1
to spread through something and be present in every part of it:

Examples:

Dissatisfaction with the government seems to have permeated every section of society.
A foul smell of stale beer permeated the whole building.
The table has a plastic coating which prevents liquids from permeating into the wood beneath.
2
to spread through something and be present in every part of it:

Examples:

The smell of detergent and bleach permeated the air.

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