The Opposite(Antonym) of “porus”
The antonyms of porous are impermeable and nonporous. The antonyms impermeable and nonporous describe materials that do not allow liquids or gases to pass through them.
Explore all Antonyms of “porus”
Definitions and Examples of impermeable, nonporous
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Not allowing liquids or gases to pass through; impenetrable.
Example
The raincoat was made of an impermeable material that kept him dry during the storm.
Not having pores or openings; not allowing liquids or gases to pass through.
Example
The surface of the countertop was smooth and nonporous, making it easy to clean.
Key Differences: impermeable vs nonporous
- 1Impermeable refers to materials that do not allow any liquids or gases to pass through them, while porous materials allow some to pass through.
- 2Nonporous refers to materials that do not have any pores or openings, while porous materials have small openings or spaces that allow liquids or gases to pass through.
Effective Usage of impermeable, nonporous
- 1Science: Use these antonyms in science classes when discussing materials and their properties.
- 2Cooking: Use porous and nonporous to describe different types of cooking utensils and how they affect the taste of food.
- 3Construction: Use these antonyms when discussing building materials and their properties.
Remember this!
The antonyms of porous are impermeable and nonporous. Impermeable materials do not allow any liquids or gases to pass through them, while nonporous materials do not have any pores or openings. Use these antonyms in science, cooking, and construction contexts to describe materials and their properties.
