Synonyms for

Penetrated

Verb / ˈpenʌˌtreɪtɪd / Another word for penetrated — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To pass into or through something.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

permeated infiltrated perforated pierced

Informal

got into broke through got past

Literary

assailed breached invaded

Antonyms

withdrawn repelled blocked resisted halted deterred obstructed

Common collocations

  • penetrated the market
  • penetrated the defense
  • penetrated the fog
  • penetrated the surface
  • penetrated the enemy lines
  • penetrated the armor
  • penetrated the secrets

Word family

noun penetration
verb penetrate
adjective penetrating

Usage note

Can refer to physical entry, but also to understanding or influence. Be mindful of context to avoid unintended connotations.

Example sentences

  1. The knife penetrated the skin of the apple.
  2. The bullet penetrated the wall.
  3. The roots of the tree penetrated the soil.
  4. The virus penetrated the body's defenses.
  5. The company penetrated the market with its new product.

Quotes

  • The best way to penetrate a mystery is to gaze steadily at it, and wait for it to reveal itself.
  • If you really want to penetrate someone's soul, you need to get out of your head and into theirs.
  • To penetrate and dissipate these clouds of darkness, the general mind must be strengthened by education.

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