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/
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
The smell of fresh bread pervaded the entire bakery.
A sense of hope pervaded the community after the successful rescue. (🌊 Spread + 🌍 Everywhere → Pervade)
Smoke pervaded the house after flames invaded the kitchen, then slowly faded away.
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🎤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.
Breakdown
per- (through) + vad (go, walk) + -e (infinitive ending) = pervade
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝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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