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pervious
[ˈpɜːr.vi.əs]
adjective
permeável
1.
allowing liquids or gases to pass through; permeable
The soil in the garden is pervious, allowing water to drain easily.
O solo do jardim é permeável, permitindo que a água drene facilmente.
2.
capable of being penetrated or passed through
The membrane is pervious to small molecules.
A membrana é permeável a moléculas pequenas.
3.
accessible to influence or persuasion; open-minded
He has a pervious mind, willing to consider new ideas.
Ele tem uma mente aberta, disposto a considerar novas ideias.
Synonyms
permeable
porous
penetrable
receptive
Antonyms
impervious
impermeable
impenetrable
resistant
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
permeável
standard usage in scientific and technical contexts
Portugal
permeável
standard usage, same as Brazilian Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
pervious to arguments
pervious to influence
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