WATERPROOF Synonyms: 27 Similar and Opposite Words

waterproof 1 of 2

adjective

ˈwȯ-tər-ˌprüf

as in leakproof

made of or treated with material that does not allow water to penetrate luckily, my backpack is waterproof, so my clothes didn't get wet

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waterproof

2 of 2

noun

chiefly British

as in slicker

a coat made of water-resistant material remember your waterproof if you're walking around London in the winter

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Adjective

Plus, loose ice would leak out of the zipper, as it’s made from fabric and not waterproof. —

Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2024 The ones featured here are waterproof and come with a Vibram sole for an extra bit of grip. —

Chadner Navarro, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Sep. 2024

Noun

Also, keep in mind that there's a plethora of fabulous waterproof vibrators out there, which can really turn things up a notch. —

Sophie Saint Thomas, refinery29.com, 30 Jan. 2024 As for removal, the original formula easily melted off my lashes with my usual Makeup Eraser cloth, while the waterproof flaked off with a little extra effort — zero lashes were lost in the process. —

Olivia Cigliano, WWD, 3 Sep. 2019 See all Example Sentences for waterproof

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