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permeate

verb

penetrate mutually or be interlocked

Quick reference

Word Facts

Word length
8
Starts with
P
Ends with
E
Contains
ERMEAT
Scrabble score
12
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈpɜːmiˌeɪt

Meaning

Definitions

verb

  1. penetrate mutually or be interlocked

    “The territories of two married people interpenetrate a lot”

verb

  1. spread or diffuse through

    “An atmosphere of distrust has permeated this administration”

verb

  1. pass through

    “Water permeates sand easily”

In context

Example Sentences

The territories of two married people interpenetrate a lot
An atmosphere of distrust has permeated this administration
music penetrated the entire building
His campaign was riddled with accusations and personal attacks
Water permeates sand easily

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