permeate permeate /ˈpɝːmiːˌeɪt/

verb

1. () Spread or diffuse through  ( imbue , interpenetrate , penetrate , diffuse , permeate , pervade , riddle )
   spread or diffuse through
    An atmosphere of distrust has permeated this administration
   An atmosphere of distrust has permeated this administration
    Music penetrated the entire building
   music penetrated the entire building
    His campaign was riddled with accusations and personal attacks
   His campaign was riddled with accusations and personal attacks
   
2. Penetrate mutually or be interlocked  ( permeate , interpenetrate )
   penetrate mutually or be interlocked
    The territories of two married people interpenetrate a lot
   The territories of two married people interpenetrate a lot
   
3. Pass through  ( percolate , permeate , sink in , filter )
   pass through
    Water permeates sand easily
   Water permeates sand easily