How do you pronounce pervasive?

pervasive is pronounced as /pərˈveɪsɪv/.

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pervasive

🌍pervasive

adjective

/pərˈveɪsɪv/

pervasion perverse

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Meaning

spreading widely throughout an area or a group of people

Existing in or spreading through every part of something

Spreading widely throughout an area or group; prevalent everywhere.

Example Sentences

The pervasive influence of technology is seen in every aspect of life.

Pervasive technology has become a fundamental part of daily life.

The pervasive influence of technology shapes modern life.

Synonyms

widespread, prevalent, extensive, universal, omnipresent, comprehensive, ubiquitous, far-reaching

Entry 1

widespread, prevalent, extensive, universal, omnipresent

Entry 2

widespread, universal, omnipresent, prevalent, extensive, comprehensive

Entry 3

widespread, ubiquitous, prevalent, extensive, omnipresent, far-reaching

Antonyms

limited, narrow, rare, restricted, confined, localized, specific, isolated, contained

Entry 1

limited, narrow, rare

Entry 2

limited, restricted, confined, localized, narrow, specific

Entry 3

limited, restricted, confined, localized, isolated, contained

Collocations

pervasive influence, pervasive effect, pervasive culture, pervasive problem

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