breathable

adjective

Definition of breathablenext
as in porous

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Recent Examples of breathable The adjustable headrest, pressure-minimized seat cushion, seat-depth control, and breathable mesh further contribute to the chair's adaptable character. — New Atlas, 21 Aug. 2026 Wearing a pair of shorts made with breathable and sweat-wicking fabric can minimize this discomfort and ward off chafing. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2026 It’s also made entirely from cotton, which gives it a soft, breathable feel. — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 21 Aug. 2026 These pieces feature advanced fabrics such as soft merino wool, breathable spacer-knit, and recycled polyesters, providing comfort, stretch, and quick-dry properties. — Scott Kramer, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for breathable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for breathable
  1. porous
  2. permeable
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  • Rather than treating the waste solely as something to dispose of, the researchers converted its carbon content into a porous material that serves as the structural framework for thermal energy storage.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Wood is a naturally porous material that bends and expands with changes in temperature and moisture.
    — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of porous
Adjective
  • That's because the boundary between internal and external communications is far more permeable than many organizations realize.
    — Caroline Johns, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The flooding did not damage the permeable new walkways, which were constructed to handle water, said Jen Schmits Thomas, spokesperson for the Art Center.
    — Jen Guadarrama, IndyStar, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of permeable

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“Breathable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breathable. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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