permeate
/ˈpɜːmieɪt/ · /ˈpɝːmieɪt/
CEFR level C1Topic ScienceWord #6241 in the learning path
弥漫；遍布
Definitions
v. Spread throughout a place, group, or situation.
弥漫；遍布
v. Pass into or through the tiny spaces in a material.
渗入；渗透
Example
The smell of fresh bread permeated the entire house.
新鲜面包的香味弥漫了整栋房子。
Digital technology now permeates almost every aspect of education, changing how students access information and collaborate with others.
数字技术如今渗透到教育的几乎各个方面，改变了学生获取信息和与他人合作的方式。
Collocations
- permeate society
- permeate every aspect of
- permeate through
Word family
- permeation (n.)
- permeable (adj.)
- impermeable (adj.)
- permeability (n.)
Synonyms
- pervade
- penetrate
Usage tip
可直接接宾语；气味弥漫房间无需加介词。
FAQ
- What does permeate mean?
- Spread throughout a place, group, or situation. Pass into or through the tiny spaces in a material.
- How is permeate pronounced?
- UK /ˈpɜːmieɪt/, US /ˈpɝːmieɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
