dɪˈfjuːz ɪmˈbjuː ˈpɛnɪtɹeɪt ˈpɜːmiˌeɪt ˈpɝmiˌeɪ̯t pɜː(ɹ)ˈveɪd pɚˈveɪd penetrate mutually or be interlocked The territories of two married people interpenetrate a lot spread or diffuse through An atmosphere of distrust has permeated this administration music penetrated the entire building His campaign was riddled with accusations and personal attacks