permeate
//ˈpɜːmieɪt//
Verb
permeateInfinitive
permeatePresent tense
permeatedPast tense
permeatedPast participle
permeatingPresent participle
permeatesThird-person singular
1
To spread or flow throughout something, passing through its pores or interstices.
The water slowly permeated through the soil.
2
To pervade or saturate something completely; to be present throughout.
A sense of optimism permeated the entire organization.