Propagation

Pronunciation: /ˌprɑː.pəˈɡeɪ.ʃən/

Definitions of propagation

noun the breeding or production of offspring

Example Sentences

A1 Plants rely on propagation to reproduce.

A2 Propagation of rumors can cause unnecessary panic.

B1 The propagation of information through social media has changed the way we communicate.

B2 The propagation of sound waves can be affected by various environmental factors.

C1 Researchers are studying the propagation of diseases to better understand how they spread.

C2 The propagation of electromagnetic waves is a complex process that requires advanced knowledge of physics.

Examples of propagation in a Sentence

formal The propagation of information through the internet has revolutionized communication.

informal The propagation of rumors on social media can be harmful.

slang The propagation of memes on the internet is out of control.

figurative The propagation of kindness can create a ripple effect of positivity in the world.

Grammatical Forms of propagation

• past tense: propagated
• plural: propagations
• comparative: more propagation
• superlative: most propagation
• present tense: propagates
• future tense: will propagate
• perfect tense: has propagated
• continuous tense: is propagating
• singular: propagation
• positive degree: propagation
• infinitive: to propagate
• gerund: propagating
• participle: propagated

Origin and Evolution of propagation

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'propagation' originated from the Latin word 'propagatio', which means 'a spreading or extending'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'propagation' has evolved to not only refer to the act of spreading or extending something, but also to the reproduction or multiplication of plants, animals, or ideas.