propagate — to spread and promote an idea, belief, or practice widely
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to spread and promote an idea, belief, or practice widely
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈprɑːpəˌɡeɪt/
Korean meaning: (사상이나 신념 등을) 전파하다, 퍼뜨리다
Korean pronunciation: **프라**퍼게이트
Example Sentences
- The conspiracy theory propagated faster than my Wi-Fi signal, which is saying something.
- Scientists study how misinformation propagates through social networks.
- My grandmother can propagate any plant except my interest in gardening.
propagate
VERB//ˈprɑːpəˌɡeɪt//
to spread and promote an idea, belief, or practice widely
Students propagate environmental awareness by sharing flyers across campus
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Origin
From Latin 'propagare' meaning 'to set forth plants for propagation' or 'to extend,' derived from 'proles' (offspring) combined with the prefix 'pro-' (forward). The word entered English in the 16th century.
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“The conspiracy theory propagated faster than my Wi-Fi signal, which is saying something.”
“Scientists study how misinformation propagates through social networks.”
“My grandmother can propagate any plant except my interest in gardening.”
“The company aims to propagate sustainable business practices across the industry.”
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