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(per-me-ate) 3 syllables

Definition

verb. to spread or pass through something.

Example Sentence

An open bottle of perfume will permeate the air with it's smell.

More Example Sentences

Water can permeate through the soil quickly.

Synonyms

penetrate; saturate; seep

Antonyms

not go near; stay away

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Rhymes

  • permeate
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