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impermeableness

[/ɪmˈpɜːrmiəbəlnəs/]
noun
impermeabilidade
1. The quality or state of being impermeable; the property of not allowing liquids or gases to pass through
The impermeableness of the rubber coating makes it ideal for waterproofing.
A impermeabilidade do revestimento de borracha o torna ideal para impermeabilização.
2. The characteristic of being impenetrable or resistant to influence or change
The impermeableness of his resolve was admirable.
A impermeabilidade de sua determinação era admirável.
Synonyms
impermeabilityimperviousnesswater-resistanceimpenetrability
Antonyms
permeabilityporousnessperviousness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
impermeabilidade
standard term used throughout Brazil
Portugal
impermeabilidade
standard term used in Portugal

Related Idioms & Phrases

waterproof quality
airtight seal
resistance to penetration
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