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Third Person
pervades
Present Participle
pervading
Past Tense
pervaded
Past Participle
pervaded
1
to spread throughout and be present in every part of something
transitive
- The aroma of freshly baked bread pervaded the entire bakery, enticing customers from afar.
- An atmosphere of excitement and anticipation pervaded the stadium as the championship game approached.
- The scent of blooming flowers pervaded the garden, creating a fragrant and pleasant environment.
- A sense of calmness and tranquility pervaded the yoga studio, providing a peaceful space for practitioners.
2
to exist or be noticeable throughout a space, situation, or environment
transitive
- A sense of tension pervaded the office after the announcement of layoffs.
- Laughter and joy pervaded the atmosphere at the family reunion.
- An eerie calmness pervaded the battlefield after the fighting ceased.
- A feeling of dread pervaded the town as the storm approached.
- The spirit of innovation pervaded the entire company, encouraging creativity.
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