water-resistant

adjective

wa·​ter-re·​sis·​tant ˌwȯ-tər-ri-ˈzi-stənt How to pronounce water-resistant (audio)
ˌwä-, 
-tə-ri-
Synonyms of water-resistantnext
: water-repellent

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Compared to creams and lotion, ointments have a higher oil content for a better sweat- and water-resistant effect. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 25 Aug. 2026 The case itself is water-resistant as well and includes double zippers for easy access. — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 24 Aug. 2026 Firstly, it’s totally protected against the elements and water-resistant up to 100 meters in case your activities take a watery turn. — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 23 Aug. 2026 The smooth fabric is water-resistant and has just enough stretch for comfortable movement. — Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for water-resistant

Word History

First Known Use

1883, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of water-resistant was in 1883

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“Water-resistant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/water-resistant. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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water-resistant

adjective
wa·​ter-re·​sis·​tant
-ri-ˈzis-tənt
: water-repellent

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