pervade — to spread throughout and be present in every part of something
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to spread throughout and be present in every part of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /pərˈveɪd/
Korean meaning: 구석구석 퍼지다, 스며들다, 만연하다
Korean pronunciation: 퍼**베이**드
Example Sentences
- The aroma of mom's kimchi jjigae pervaded the dormitory, making all the homesick students gather in the kitchen.
- A sense of excitement pervaded the classroom before the school festival.
- The Wi-Fi password '1234' pervaded every coffee shop, much to hackers' delight.
pervade
VERB//pərˈveɪd//
to spread throughout and be present in every part of something
Delicious aromas pervade the entire busy kitchen from the chef's soup pot
When the parade begins to invade, festive joy will pervade!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'pervadere', composed of 'per-' (through) and 'vadere' (to go or walk). The word entered English in the 17th century with the meaning of spreading or extending throughout.
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📝Examples
“The aroma of mom's kimchi jjigae pervaded the dormitory, making all the homesick students gather in the kitchen.”
“A sense of excitement pervaded the classroom before the school festival.”
“The Wi-Fi password '1234' pervaded every coffee shop, much to hackers' delight.”
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