impervious
🇬🇧 UK/im'pә:viәs/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions
adj.
Not affected by something; not allowing liquid or other substances to pass through; immune to damage or influence.
不受影响的;不能渗透的;无动于衷的
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedimnot, opposite of
+
perthrough, thoroughly
+
ousfull of, having the quality of
=impervious
Common Collocations
- 1.impervious to不受...影响
- 2.remain impervious保持无动于衷
Example Sentences
- 1.
The waterproof coat is impervious to heavy rain and snow.
- 2.
She seemed impervious to the criticism and continued with confidence.