penetrated (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈpɛnɪtreɪtɪd/

Definition

Passed into or through something, often by overcoming resistance or moving through a barrier.

Examples

• Sunlight penetrated the dusty windows of the abandoned attic.

• The needle easily penetrated the thick fabric of the leather jacket.

• New marketing strategies helped the company penetrate the competitive international market.

How to Use penetrated

penetrate into (prepositional phrase)

To move or force a way into a space or area. — "The explorers struggled to penetrate into the dense jungle."

penetrate the market (collocation)

To succeed in selling products in a new area. — "The brand hopes to penetrate the market in Asia by next year."

Synonyms of penetrated

Words with a similar meaning to penetrated:

• entered
• pierced
• infiltrated
• permeated

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