Meaning & use
permeation
Last updated
The process by which a substance spreads through or penetrates something else.
See it in a sentence
The permeation of moisture through the concrete eventually caused the reinforcing bars to rust.
Scientists measured the permeation of gas through the polymer membrane to test its suitability for packaging.
A note on using this word
In materials science, "permeation" specifically describes molecules passing through a barrier at the molecular level, distinct from simple leakage through holes.
Words with a similar meaning
Choose a synonym to suit the sentence. Meanings can overlap without being identical.
Make it your own
Write a sentence using “permeation”, then compare your use with the examples above.
Your draft stays on this page and is not sent anywhere.