per
meate
Third Person
permeates
Present Participle
permeating
Past Tense
permeated
Past Participle
permeated
1
to expand to every part of a thing
transitive
- The aroma of freshly brewed coffee permeated the entire kitchen, awakening the senses.
- The scent of lavender permeated the room after she lit the scented candles.
- The calming music permeated the spa, creating a relaxing atmosphere for the patrons.
- During the rain, the earthy smell of wet soil permeated the air, signaling the arrival of a refreshing shower.
- Over the years, his teachings have permeated every aspect of the school’s culture.
2
to pass through a small space between objects or a gap in a surface
transitive
- As the rain continued, the dampness permeated the walls of the old house.
- The warmth of the sunlight permeated the thin curtains, filling the room with a golden glow.
- Over time, the dye began to permeate the fabric, giving it a deep, rich color.
- The dampness of the morning dew permeated the grass, leaving it glistening in the sunlight.