propagate
/ˈprɒpəɡeɪt/
prop · a · gate
ˈprɒp · ə · ɡeɪt
English Definition
v. To reproduce; spread
Significado en Español
propagar
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
nhân giống, truyền bá
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
pro- (forward) + pag (fixed, spread) + ate → spread, reproduce.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
In order to __________ the new technology quickly and efficiently, the company launched an extensive marketing campaign.
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A
inundate
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B
propagate
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C
obscure
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D
assimilate
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B — propagate.
“propagate” means v. To reproduce; spread
Common questions about “propagate”
What does “propagate” mean?
propagate — v. To reproduce; spread. In Chinese: 繁殖；传播.
How do you pronounce “propagate”?
propagate is pronounced /ˈprɒpəɡeɪt/. It breaks into 3 syllables: prop · a · gate.
Is “propagate” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. propagate appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “propagate”?
pro- (forward) + pag (fixed, spread) + ate → spread, reproduce.
