Pervasive

Pronunciation: /pərˈveɪsɪv/

Definitions of pervasive

adjective describing something that is widespread or prevalent throughout a particular area or group

Example Sentences

A1 The pervasive smell of freshly baked bread filled the bakery.

A2 Social media is pervasive in today's society, with almost everyone using it.

B1 The pervasive use of technology has changed the way we communicate and work.

B2 The pervasive influence of advertising can be seen in every aspect of our lives.

C1 The pervasive nature of corruption in the government has led to widespread distrust.

C2 The pervasive impact of climate change is evident in the increasing frequency of natural disasters.

Examples of pervasive in a Sentence

formal The influence of social media is pervasive in today's society.

informal Gossip seems to be pervasive in our office.

slang That new trend is so pervasive right now.

figurative His pervasive laughter filled the room with joy.

Grammatical Forms of pervasive

• past tense: pervaded
• plural: pervasive
• comparative: more pervasive
• superlative: most pervasive
• present tense: pervades
• future tense: will pervade
• perfect tense: has pervaded
• continuous tense: is pervading
• singular: pervasive
• positive degree: pervasive
• infinitive: to pervade
• gerund: pervading
• participle: pervaded

Origin and Evolution of pervasive

First Known Use: 1640 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'pervasive' originated from the Latin word 'pervadere' which means 'to spread through'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe something that spreads throughout or permeates a particular area or group, the word 'pervasive' has evolved to also signify something that is widespread and prevalent in a negative or undesirable way.