Meaning
- Pervasive (adjective): Something that is widespread, spreading throughout an area, a group, or a situation. It often describes an influence, effect, or quality that is present everywhere or difficult to escape.
Grammar and Usage
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Part of speech: Adjective
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Used to describe things that spread widely and affect many aspects of a situation.
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Common structure:
- pervasive + noun (e.g., pervasive smell, pervasive influence)
- be pervasive in/throughout (e.g., Fear was pervasive in the community.)
Common Phrases
- pervasive influence – a widespread effect on people or situations
- pervasive problem – an issue that exists everywhere or affects many areas
- pervasive fear – fear that spreads throughout a group or society
- pervasive presence – something constantly felt or noticed
Collocations
- pervasive smell
- pervasive belief
- pervasive culture
- pervasive trend
- pervasive corruption
Examples
- The pervasive smell of smoke filled the entire house.
- Technology has become a pervasive part of modern life.
- Corruption is a pervasive problem in many countries.
- A pervasive sense of fear spread through the city after the attack.
- The influence of social media is pervasive in today’s society.
- A pervasive mood of optimism encouraged people to invest.
- The teacher noticed a pervasive lack of motivation among students.
- His pervasive presence in the company shaped its culture.
Synonyms or Related
- widespread
- prevalent
- omnipresent
- universal
- penetrating
Antonym
- limited
- rare
- confined
- localized
