Synonyms of permeating

permeating

verb

present participle of permeate

as in suffusing

to spread throughout

the smell of freshly baked bread permeated the house

Synonyms & Similar Words

• suffusing
• penetrating
• pervading
• interpenetrating
• flooding
• percolating (into)
• riddling
• saturating
• passing (into)
• impregnating
• transfusing
• diffusing (through)
• infusing
• filling (up)
• imbuing
• soaking
• drenching
• steeping
• glutting

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of permeating

Firstman’s character is a hard-charging party boy, and the film is awash in a permeating drug culture. — Joe Reid, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026

The camaraderie between the two is infectious, permeating FuelFest. — Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 16 Sep. 2026

This isn’t the first time that Shakira has spoken out about the ongoing fear permeating the Latino community over the last couple of years. — Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026

While strong, permeating odors may need more intensive remediation, vinegar can still refresh the space. — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 24 Aug. 2026

In the meantime, the wounds of the last mayoral election have been ripped open, with accusations flying from both sides that contribute to the divisiveness permeating all levels of politics, including those closest to home. — Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026

Smoke damage is often invisible, permeating surfaces, HVAC systems, and belongings, causing lingering odors and potential corrosion. — Jamie Gold, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026

Plenty of blame rests on scripts that refuse to define Robert in order to preserve his mysterious backstory, as well as direction that undermines the terror supposedly permeating Los Angeles. — Ben Travers, IndieWire, 5 Aug. 2026

During the interview, Burgum also said the green algae that was permeating the pool has now been fixed, thanks to nanobubbler technology that pumps tiny ozone bubbles into the water to damage algae’s cells. — Philip Wang, Time, 6 July 2026