Mar 6, 2013 · The meaning of PERVASIVE is existing in or spreading through every part of something. How to use pervasive in a sentence. Is pervasive always negative?

PERVASIVE definition: 1. present or noticeable in every part of a thing or place: 2. present or noticeable in every part…. Learn more.

Definition of pervasive adjective from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. existing in all parts of a place or thing; spreading gradually to affect all parts of a place or thing. Her influence is all-pervasive …

adjective spread throughout. The corruption is so pervasive that it is accepted as the way to do business.

Having the quality or tendency to pervade or permeate: the pervasive odor of garlic. [From Latin pervāsus, past participle of pervādere, to pervade; see pervade.]

Something, especially something bad, that is pervasive is present or felt throughout a place or thing.

pervasive, adj. meanings, etymology, pronunciation and more in the Oxford English Dictionary

When something is pervasive, it's everywhere. Common things are pervasive — like greed and cheap perfume.

Oct 15, 2025 · pervasive (comparative more pervasive, superlative most pervasive) Manifested throughout; pervading, permeating, penetrating or affecting everything. quotations

Pervasive means something that is present or spreading throughout an area, group, or situation in a way that is widespread and often difficult to avoid. It describes a strong, far-reaching influence.