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 permeate permeate /ˈpɝːmiːˌeɪt/

verb

  1. () Spread or diffuse through  ( imbue , interpenetrate , penetrate , diffuse , permeate , pervade , riddle )
    spread or diffuse through
     An atmosphere of distrust has permeated this administration
    An atmosphere of distrust has permeated this administration
     Music penetrated the entire building
    music penetrated the entire building
     His campaign was riddled with accusations and personal attacks
    His campaign was riddled with accusations and personal attacks
  2. Penetrate mutually or be interlocked  ( permeate , interpenetrate )
    penetrate mutually or be interlocked
     The territories of two married people interpenetrate a lot
    The territories of two married people interpenetrate a lot
  3. Pass through  ( percolate , permeate , sink in , filter )
    pass through
     Water permeates sand easily
    Water permeates sand easily