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penetrate; leak; thorough; reveal
Meanings
5 senses · 25 examplesverb
to penetrate; to pass through
Used for physical substances like light, water, air, or smell passing through an object.
Sunlight shone into the room through the glass window.
The rainwater has already penetrated into the ground.
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This coat's fabric is thick and doesn't let the wind through.
This kind of paper is not permeable to water and can be used to wrap food.
During an X-ray exam, the X-rays penetrate the human body.
verb
to divulge; to leak; to tip off
informalUsually refers to revealing information, secrets, or news secretly to someone.
Who leaked this news to the media?
He secretly tipped off his friend.
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This matter hasn't been announced yet, so don't leak it yet.
Can you give me the inside scoop? Does the boss actually agree or not?
He inadvertently divulged the company's trade secrets.
adjective
thorough; transparent; fully understood
Describes an understanding, explanation, or analysis that is complete and clear.
The teacher explained this complex math problem thoroughly.
We need to understand the situation thoroughly.
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This article analyzes the problem very thoroughly.
He is an open book; I have a thorough understanding of his personality.
We must see through the appearance to perceive the essence.
adjective
saturated; to the greatest extent
Often used as a complement of degree indicating something is full, exhausted, or at a maximum level.
It rained thoroughly; the ground is full of puddles.
He was exhausted today and fell asleep as soon as he got home.
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This apple is fully ripe and tastes very sweet.
I have memorized this article fluently; I know it inside out.
It is completely dark out now; let's hurry back.
verb
to show through; to reveal
Describes a state or color becoming visible from behind a surface or within a context.
This flower is white showing through with red; it looks very beautiful.
His complexion is ruddy, revealing good health.
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These words reveal a hint of jealousy.
The characters under the thin paper showed through.
This matter reveals that something is a bit off.