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What is another word for Airtight? – 149 Airtight Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    hermetic sealed tight impermeable waterproof watertight leakproof secure fast firm solid compact dense impervious resistant unbreachable inviolable intact sound flawless perfect foolproof error-free precise exact meticulous thorough rigorous strict infallible dependable reliable trustworthy certain sure guaranteed assured indisputable unquestionable irrefutable unshakeable unassailable

    Meaning of Airtight

    The primary meaning of the word "Airtight" refers to something that is completely sealed or secure, preventing the passage of air or other substances.

    Definitions

    • Having no openings or gaps through which air can pass
    • * Completely secure or watertight
    • * Impossible to criticize or dispute

    Etymology of Airtight

    The word "Airtight" originated in the mid-19th century, combining "air" and "tight" to describe something that is sealed or secure against the passage of air
    Historically, the term was used to describe containers or vessels that were sealed to prevent the entry or escape of air

    Example Uses

    • The airtight container kept the food fresh for several days
    • * The company's airtight argument convinced the jury of their innocence
    • * The airtight alibi proved that the suspect was not at the scene of the crime

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    leaky porous permeable open vulnerable insecure fragile loose flimsy weak imperfect flawed defective faulty unreliable untrustworthy questionable dubious uncertain shaky unconvincing refutable disputable questionable vulnerable penetrable susceptible exposed unprotected

    Related Nouns

    container vessel seal lid closure barrier membrane partition wall compartment enclosure envelope wrapper packaging capsule chamber tank reservoir vault safe strongbox locker cupboard compartment

    Related Verbs

    seal close shut fasten secure lock tighten screw clamp weld solder caulk glue bind tie wrap pack enclose envelop contain hold keep preserve protect safeguard

    Related Adjectives

    secure safe sound solid firm tight compact dense impervious resistant waterproof watertight leakproof hermetic impermeable inviolable intact flawless perfect precise exact meticulous thorough rigorous strict infallible dependable reliable trustworthy