GRE Word List

PERVASIVE

existing in or spreading through every part of something

The meaning of the word pervasive is existing in or spreading through every part of something.

Random words

WordMeaning
claspa device (such as a hook) for holding objects or parts together
acerbitythe quality of being acerbic
alludeto make indirect reference
allegorythe expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence
apiculturethe keeping of bees especially on a large scale
takeoffa rise or leap from a surface in making a jump or flight or an ascent in an aircraft or in the launching of a rocket
converseto exchange thoughts and opinions in speech : talk
reprisea musical repetition:
tracta system of body parts or organs that act together to perform some function
celerityrapidity of motion or action