WATER-REPELLENT Synonyms: 14 Similar and Opposite Words

water-repellent

adjective

Definition of water-repellent

as in water-resistant

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Recent Examples of water-repellent The fabric is water-repellent, so feel free to carry it near a pool or beach. — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026 Crafted from recycled polyester with a water-repellent finish, the bag keeps your belongings safe and dry in the rain—especially useful if wet weather is in your travel forecast. — Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026 Don't Use a Clear Plastic Liner Today's shower curtain liners are typically made from synthetic materials like polyester, thanks to their water-resistant or water-repellent properties. — Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 June 2026 The unlined, double-breasted Soffio blazer was crafted from slightly water-repellent light nubuck and embellished with gold buttons. — Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 22 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for water-repellent

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Adjective

The American Academy of Dermatology recommends applying sunscreen about 15 minutes before heading outdoors and choosing one that is broad-spectrum, water-resistant and has an SPF of at least 30.

— Kaitlyn Harvey, AJC.com, 17 July 2026
It’s made of an easy-to-clean thermoplastic polyurethane that is also water-resistant for those games that get rained out.

— Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2026

Definition of water-resistant

Adjective

For now, access appears limited to the steadily expanding group of organizations granted access to Claude Mythos Preview through Anthropic’s — not entirely watertight — private Project Glasswing initiative.

— Robert Hart, The Verge, 9 June 2026
Tunnels are also not truly watertight, requiring drainage measures like sump pumps and creating maintenance and reliability issues, the group advised.

— Skyler Swisher, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Feb. 2026

Definition of watertight

Adjective

Each waterproof, latex-free patch creates a protective barrier over the bite and is infused with centella asiatica to help calm sensitive and eczema-prone skin.

— Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 21 July 2026
Moisture from rain, snow or humidity can damage your laptop, but a waterproof exterior also protects it from accidental spills.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 21 July 2026

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