Vocabulary Entry

penetration

|noun • verb

noun

The act or process of penetrating; the state of being penetrated.

Example Sentences

"The penetration of the needle into the fabric was smooth and easy."

"The military was concerned about the penetration of enemy forces into their territory."

"The penetration of light through the leaves created a beautiful pattern on the ground."

verb

Example Sentences

"They planned to penetrate deep into enemy lines to gather intelligence."

"The researchers aimed to penetrate the secrets of the ancient civilization."

"The arrow was able to penetrate the thick bark of the tree."