Definition of permeate

Scrabble & Words with friends points

• permeate is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 12
• permeate is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 12
• permeate is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 14

Definition of permeate

• spread or diffuse through (verb)

  Examples

  1. An atmosphere of distrust has permeated this administration

  Synonyms

  1. diffuse
  2. imbue
  3. interpenetrate
  4. penetrate
  5. pervade
  6. riddle
• penetrate mutually or be interlocked (verb)

  Synonyms

  1. interpenetrate
• pass through (verb)

  Examples

  1. Water permeates sand easily

  Synonyms

  1. filter
  2. percolate
  3. sink in

See definition of permeate in Merriam Webster