gennemtrefældig

Gennemtræfældig is a Danish word that translates to "penetrating" or "thorough" in English. It describes something that has gone through or affected something else completely and deeply. The word is often used in contexts where a strong or pervasive impact is being described.

For example, one might say that a rumor spread "gennemtræfældig" through a community, indicating that it was widely believed and discussed. Similarly, a thorough investigation might be described as "gennemtræfældig," meaning it left no stone unturned. The word implies a complete and often unavoidable penetration or influence.

The etymology of the word can be broken down into "gennem" (through) and "træfældig" (which itself is derived from "træffe," meaning to hit or strike, and "fældig," suggesting something that happens by chance or is prone to happening). Thus, the literal sense suggests something that has been struck through completely, often with an implication of thoroughness or inevitability. It's a word that emphasizes a complete and often inescapable effect.