pervulgate

/ˈpɜrvulˌgeɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to spread or propagate something, especially an idea, influence, or a rumor

“The news began to pervulgate on social media, causing a public outcry.”

2. noun

the act of spreading or propagating something

“The pervulgate of false information on the internet has become a major concern.”

3. verb (archaic or rare)

to spread or propagate something, especially a disease or a pestilence

“The plague began to pervulgate through the city, killing thousands.”

Synonyms

  • circulate
  • disseminate
  • propagate
  • spread

Antonyms

  • conceal
  • hide
  • suppress