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- [waw-ter-tahyt, wot-er-]
- /ˈwɔ tərˌtaɪt, ˈwɒt ər-/
- /ˈwɔː.tə.taɪt/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [waw-ter-tahyt, wot-er-]
- /ˈwɔ tərˌtaɪt, ˈwɒt ər-/
Definitions of watertight word
- adjective watertight constructed or fitted so tightly as to be impervious to water: The ship had six watertight compartments. 1
- adjective watertight so devised or planned as to be impossible to defeat, evade, or nullify: a watertight contract; a watertight alibi. 1
- noun watertight Closely sealed, fastened, or fitted so that no water enters or passes through. 1
- adjective watertight completely water-resistant 1
- adjective watertight case, alibi: cannot be disputed 1
- adjective watertight Something that is watertight does not allow water to pass through it, for example because it is tightly sealed. 0
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Origin of watertight
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
Middle English word dating back to 1350-1400; See origin at water, tight
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Parts of speech for Watertight
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adjective
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watertight popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 85% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
watertight usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for watertight
adjective watertight
- sealed — an embossed emblem, figure, symbol, word, letter, etc., used as attestation or evidence of authenticity.
- waterproof — impervious to water.
- impermeable — not permeable; impassable.
- rainproof — impervious to rain; keeping out or unaffected by rain: a rainproof cover; a rainproof coat.
- incontrovertible — not controvertible; not open to question or dispute; indisputable: absolute and incontrovertible truth.
Antonyms for watertight
adjective watertight
- permeable — capable of being permeated.
- weak — not strong; liable to yield, break, or collapse under pressure or strain; fragile; frail: a weak fortress; a weak spot in armor.
- affected — If you describe someone's behaviour as affected, you disapprove of the fact that they behave in an unnatural way that is intended to impress other people.
- moved — to pass from one place or position to another.
- susceptible — admitting or capable of some specified treatment: susceptible of a high polish; susceptible to various interpretations.
Top questions with watertight
- how many watertight compartments did the titanic have?
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- how to make a watertight container?
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