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pervasive

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Adjective — Present or spreading throughout something; affecting every part of it.

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pervasive influence pervasive sense of deeply pervasive

Etymology

From Latin pervasus, past participle of pervadere ("to spread through"), from per- ("through") + vadere ("to go, walk").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “pervasive” mean?

The word “pervasive” means present or spreading throughout something; affecting every part of it. In plain terms, spread through and through — showing up everywhere in something.

How do you pronounce “pervasive”?

“Pervasive” is pronounced puh-VAY-sihv (/pɚˈveɪ.sɪv/ in IPA).

How do you use “pervasive” in a sentence?

Here is “pervasive” used in a sentence: “A pervasive smell of smoke hung over the whole building.”

What part of speech is “pervasive”?

“Pervasive” is an adjective.

Where does the word “pervasive” come from?

The word “pervasive” comes from Latin. From Latin pervasus, past participle of pervadere ("to spread through"), from per- ("through") + vadere ("to go, walk").

Is “pervasive” a common word?

“Pervasive” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.

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