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pervasive

[per-vey-siv] / pərˈveɪ sɪv /
ADJECTIVE
extensive
Synonyms
STRONGEST
common inescapable omnipresent prevalent rife ubiquitous universal
WEAK
all over the place can't get away from general permeating pervading wall-to-wall widespread
Antonyms
STRONGEST
rare scarce uncommon
WEAK
light limited narrow

Example Sentences

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The film explores fear — a sentiment Lapid believes is pervasive today.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

“Fraud historically does not get the attention it deserves, so I’m glad to see a national spotlight on this pervasive problem,” Davis said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

Mitu Gulati explains how the pervasive use of boilerplate contracts is creating a legal crisis.

From Slate • Mar. 17, 2026

Toxicity is pervasive; draining and self-defeating, but almost unavoidable.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

Also, there was the powerful, extremely pervasive scent of raccoon.

From "Flora & Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures" by Kate DiCamillo

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.