1. spreading widely throughout an area or group of people; existing everywhere

Examples

• The smell of smoke was pervasive throughout the building.
• Social media has a pervasive influence on modern culture.
• There was a pervasive sense of excitement before the concert.
• The company’s pervasive marketing campaign reached millions of consumers.
• Corruption had become pervasive in the government system.
• The pervasive use of smartphones has changed how we communicate.