as in waterproof
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of soundproof
Anna Ortiz, Chicago Tribune, 22 July 2025
Born in Santa Monica, Calif. on July 22, 1943, Sherman grew up playing a number of instruments, including guitar, piano and drums, practicing in a soundproof room built by his milkman father.
—David Matthews, New York Daily News, 24 June 2025
Linda Zavoral, The Mercury News, 24 Mar. 2025
In New York there was a black site above a bustling food court, the windows darkened and the rooms soundproofed so that the screaming never reached the people sitting below.
—Lidija Haas, Harper's Magazine, 3 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for soundproof
Adjective
There’s also a soundproof dark room with bean bag chairs and a motion light that simulates a starry sky.
—Anna Ortiz, Chicago Tribune, 22 July 2025
Born in Santa Monica, Calif. on July 22, 1943, Sherman grew up playing a number of instruments, including guitar, piano and drums, practicing in a soundproof room built by his milkman father.
—David Matthews, New York Daily News, 24 June 2025
Verb
Head to the backside of the library, where architects used glass partitioning and rammed earth to nearly soundproof the space from both Caltrain horns and the children’s area.
—Linda Zavoral, The Mercury News, 24 Mar. 2025
In New York there was a black site above a bustling food court, the windows darkened and the rooms soundproofed so that the screaming never reached the people sitting below.
—Lidija Haas, Harper's Magazine, 3 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for soundproof
Recent Examples of Synonyms for soundproof
Adjective
-
Its waterproof exterior is a must-have in the summer heat, plus it’s made with RFID-blocking technology to keep your cards and other personal information protected.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Sep. 2025
-
The bubble-style and waterproof glass bulbs emit a warm LED glow from dusk to dawn, no power source needed.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Sep. 2025
Verb
-
The gun lobby's contributions help candidates remain silent and insulated at critical moments.—
John J. Donohue,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
-
The curtains are insulated to keep cold air out during the winter and block heat during the summer months.—
Nora Colomer
may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom.,
FOXNews.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Adjective
-
The deal is not yet watertight and needs to be implemented by individual members.—
Mike O'Sullivan,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
-
The shells, which are watertight and surprisingly sturdy, usually can be completed for a project in 24 hours.—
Sam Lubell,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2025
Adjective
-
If De La Cruz is better to his left because Hayes is on his right, the infield should be relatively airtight with second baseman Matt McLain and Spencer Steer, who has quickly become an exceptional defensive first baseman.—
C. Trent Rosecrans,
New York Times,
31 July 2025
-
The plastic containers are airtight to keep your food fresh, and each dispenser has adjustable portion-control settings so there’s no overpouring.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
3 July 2025
Adjective
-
The movie’s hermetic emptiness ultimately proves to be a pivotal dramatic presence.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
21 Aug. 2025
-
But the sound is less hermetic, more emotionally forward, rooted in the physical now.—
Kieran Press-Reynolds,
Pitchfork,
9 July 2025
Cite this Entry
“Soundproof.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soundproof. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share