pervasively
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/pərˈveɪsɪvli/
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/pəˈveɪsɪvli/
(pervasive)
widespread presence
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pervasive' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'pervasivus,' where 'per-' meant 'through' and 'vadere' meant 'to go.'
Historical Evolution
'pervasivus' transformed into the English word 'pervasive,' and eventually became the modern English word 'pervasive.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to go through or spread,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'spreading widely throughout an area or group.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that spreads throughout an area or group.
The influence of technology is pervasively felt in modern society.
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Last updated: 2025/01/12 15:28