2016 · Q9
Consider the statement: “The message of peace and brotherhood permeated the address by the Chief Guest.” Which of the following is meant by ‘permeate’ in this statement?
General EnglishGrammar and usage
- ATo advocate
- BTo spread all over
- CTo anchor and stabilize
- DTo leave a permanent impression
Explanation
To “permeate” is to spread or diffuse through every part of something. In the sentence, the message of peace and brotherhood spread all over the Chief Guest’s address. “Advocate”, “anchor and stabilize”, and “leave a permanent impression” miss this sense of diffusion throughout. Hence (B).