GRE Word List

IMPERMEABLE

not permitting passage (as of a fluid) through its substance

The meaning of the word impermeable is not permitting passage (as of a fluid) through its substance.

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WordMeaning
cruxa puzzling or difficult problem : an unsolved question
neologisma new word, usage, or expression
impertinentgiven to or characterized by insolent rudeness
arduoushard to accomplish or achieve : difficult
torridparched with heat especially of the sun : hot
tenuoushaving little substance or strength : flimsy
mendicantbeggar
touchingcapable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion
facileeasily accomplished or attained
callousbeing hardened and thickened