pervade
/pəˈveɪd/ · /pɚˈveɪd/
CEFR level C2Topic Daily lifeWord #7078 in the learning path
弥漫；遍及
Definitions
v. to spread throughout a place or affect every part
弥漫；遍及
Example
The smell of fresh bread pervaded the kitchen.
新鲜面包的香味弥漫了整个厨房。
Digital technology now pervades everyday life, changing how people communicate, study, and access public services.
数字技术如今渗透日常生活，改变着人们交流、学习和获取公共服务的方式。
Collocations
- pervade society
- pervade the atmosphere
- a sense of unease pervades
Word family
- pervasive (adj.)
- pervasiveness (n.)
Synonyms
- permeate
Usage tip
及物动词，直接接场所或领域，不加介词。
FAQ
- What does pervade mean?
- to spread throughout a place or affect every part
- How is pervade pronounced?
- UK /pəˈveɪd/, US /pɚˈveɪd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
