Definition of permeates

Scrabble & Words with friends points

• permeates is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 13
• permeates is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 13
• permeates is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 15

Definition of permeates

• 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 permeates in Merriam Webster