Search
Select the dictionary language
to penetrate
01
to move through something, typically overcoming resistance
Transitive: to penetrate sth
Examples
The bullet was designed to penetrate armor for increased effectiveness.
02
to comprehend or grasp the meaning or significance of something
Transitive: to penetrate meaning of something
Examples
It took me some time to penetrate the complexity of the novel's themes.
03
to become clear or fully understood
Intransitive
Examples
Despite its complexity, the concept eventually penetrated and became clear to everyone in the room.
04
to insert a sexual organ into that of the sexual partner
Transitive: to penetrate sb
Examples
He slowly penetrated her, eliciting a moan of pleasure.
05
to spread or permeate deeply into something
Transitive: to penetrate a space
Examples
The aroma of freshly baked bread penetrated the entire house.
06
to gain unauthorized entry into an organization or system
Transitive: to penetrate an organization or system
Examples
Despite heightened security measures, spies managed to penetrate the enemy's defense system.
Lexical Tree
penetrating
penetration
penetrative
penetrate
penetr
