breathable

adjective

Definition of breathablenext
as in porous

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Recent Examples of breathable This sleep mask from Kitsch is lightweight, breathable, and very soft on the skin. — Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 5 Aug. 2026 These Rag and Bone jeans are made from a breathable material specifically designed for hot days. — Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 3 Aug. 2026 Their looks rely on simple pieces that are easy to mix and match, from breathable tops and relaxed denim to slip-on shoes that make busy travel days more comfortable. — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 2 Aug. 2026 Bunion Bootie is an ultra-thin, soft fabric big-toe alignment sleeve that fits comfortably inside your shoes, with a lightweight, breathable, second-skin design that separates the big toe from the second. — ABC News, 1 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for breathable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for breathable
  1. porous
  2. permeable
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  • The porous pass rush, poor safety play and exploitable linebacking corps share some of the blame, but the cornerbacks didn’t do Washington any favors.
    — Tashan Reed, Washington Post, 4 Aug. 2026
  • These porous lattice designs consist of repeating three-dimensional networks that provide an ideal balance of stiffness, flexibility, and energy absorption.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of porous
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  • The reconstruction of the North Village Hall Green parking lot includes replacing the asphalt parking lot with permeable brick pavers and installing new concrete sidewalks and curbs.
    — Hank Beckman, Chicago Tribune, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Usually used to ward off frost and pests, these permeable materials offer a budget-friendly physical barrier against dust and ash too.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of permeable

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“Breathable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breathable. Accessed 6 Aug. 2026.

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