pervasive

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pervasive

(adjective)

Meaning

spreading widely throughout an area

Example

"The pervasive influence of technology is evident in every aspect of modern life."

Synonyms

widespreadubiquitousomnipresent

Antonyms

limitedrestrictedrare

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'pervasus', meaning to spread through.
Related word forms
  • verb: pervade
  • noun: pervasiveness

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