1
as in dense
impossible to get through or into
the wall of security people surrounding the rock band was impermeable
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2
as in tight
not allowing penetration (as by gas, liquid, or light)
an impermeable seal on the ancient tomb had preserved the artifacts exceptionally well
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Recent Examples of impermeable
But simply piling mounds of topsoil on top of hard clay ground can result in an impermeable layer, both to water and roots.
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Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Aug. 2025
That aquifer is covered by impermeable layers of rock or clay, putting the water in it under high pressure in some locations.
—Claire Osborn, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
The part of Texas that flooded last week is known as Flash Flood Alley because of its impermeable limestone hills and frequent downpours, but these floods were unusually severe for the area.
—Rebecca Hersher, NPR, 7 July 2025
The spongy material is mostly made of air, yet nearly impermeable to both air and liquid.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 7 May 2025
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Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Aug. 2025
That aquifer is covered by impermeable layers of rock or clay, putting the water in it under high pressure in some locations.
—Claire Osborn, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
The part of Texas that flooded last week is known as Flash Flood Alley because of its impermeable limestone hills and frequent downpours, but these floods were unusually severe for the area.
—Rebecca Hersher, NPR, 7 July 2025
The spongy material is mostly made of air, yet nearly impermeable to both air and liquid.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 7 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for impermeable
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In extremely dense fog where visibility is near zero, the best course of action is to first turn on your hazard lights, then simply pull into a safe location such as a parking lot of a local business, and stop.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Oct. 2025
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The moon's strange yellow hue is the result of a phenomenon known as Rayleigh Scattering, wherein Earth's dense atmosphere interferes with the passage of shorter, bluer wavelengths of light, while allowing longer, redder, wavelengths to pass through relatively unscathed.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
7 Oct. 2025
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That confusion is further reflected by the manic hyper-subjectivity of Bronstein’s filmmaking, which boxes Linda into a close-up so tight that everything around her — especially her unnamed daughter, who almost never appears on screen — might as well be a disembodied echo of her own anxiety.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
10 Oct. 2025
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Like Lawrence, Sam Darnold isn’t squeamish about passing into tight windows or risking an INT blemish.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
10 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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But that doesn't mean Davis is impervious to economic headwinds.—
Laura Hackett,
NPR,
26 Sep. 2025
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Broder was a rare figure that was impervious to the notorious agency wars, commanding respect across agency lines.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
24 Sep. 2025
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That thick sole relieves pressure and pain, especially pain associated with conditions like plantar fasciitis.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Oct. 2025
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The smoke was thick enough to cast its own shadows upon the hill.—
Caity Weaver,
The Atlantic,
8 Oct. 2025
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But there’s nothing impenetrable about that film.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
8 Oct. 2025
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The timepiece that helped cement Rolex as a maker of impenetrable tool watches is heading to auction this fall.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
6 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Portions of Highway 12 may be impassable at times due to ocean overwash, especially around times of high tide.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Sep. 2025
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The famed route experienced extensive blowdowns, erosion, and landslides, resulting in much of the roadway being impassable after Helene struck in September 2024.—
Graham Hurley,
CNN Money,
21 Sep. 2025
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Bishnoi denies involvement in Moosewala’s murder, but in an explosive interview from behind bars, accused his close aide of orchestrating it.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
7 Oct. 2025
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The departure of Busquets and Alba means Messi will lose two of his most talented teammates and closest friends.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
7 Oct. 2025
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Be sure to cover your head and neck with your arms, and crawl under a sturdy table if possible.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
7 Oct. 2025
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The lone crack in Yesavage’s sturdy exterior came in the first inning.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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“Impermeable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impermeable. Accessed 12 Oct. 2025.
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