English Synonym Finder

seep

Definitions

To flow or pass slowly through porous material or small openings.

To become gradually apparent or to spread slowly into a space or consciousness.

Examples

Water began to seep through the cracks in the basement wall after the heavy rain.

The scent of fresh pine needles seemed to seep into every corner of the cabin.

Information about the secret project started to seep out to the public despite the strict confidentiality.

Synonyms

leak ooze drip trickle exude percolate seethe

Antonyms

gush pour flood surge stream spout jet