Synonyms for

Watertight

Verb / ˈwɔ:tɜ:ˌtaɪt / Another word for watertight — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Something that is watertight does not allow water to pass through it.

Synonyms & similar words

bulletproof unshakable unassailable waterproof impermeable sealed airtight tight unbreakable sound secure solid impervious invulnerable leakproof impregnable unassailable indestructible bulletproof sturdy strong resilient robust

Example sentences

  1. The submarine was designed to be watertight so that it could travel deep underwater without sinking.
  2. The lid of the container was not watertight, so the soup spilled all over the floor.
  3. The diver's suit was watertight, so he could stay underwater for a long time.
  4. The boat was not watertight, so it started to sink when it hit a big wave.
  5. The roof of the house is watertight, so the rain doesn't get inside.

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  • A good marriage is like a casserole, only those responsible for it really know what goes in it. - Anonymous
  • We are all in the same boat, in a stormy sea, and we owe each other a terrible loyalty. - G.K. Chesterton
  • We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars. - Oscar Wilde

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