impervious
1 antonyms and opposites of impervious, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Not affected or bothered by something, such as criticism or emotion.
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How to use impervious
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin impervius, "that cannot be passed through," from in- ("not") + pervius ("passable").
Full origin of impervious →Frequently asked questions
What does “impervious” mean?
The word “impervious” means not affected or bothered by something, such as criticism or emotion. In plain terms, unaffected by something, or physically unable to be penetrated by it.
How do you pronounce “impervious”?
“Impervious” is pronounced ihm-PUR-vee-uhs (/ɪmˈpɝ.vi.əs/ in IPA).
How do you use “impervious” in a sentence?
Here is “impervious” used in a sentence: “He seemed impervious to the harsh reviews of his book.”
What is the opposite of “impervious”?
The opposite of “impervious” — its antonyms — is pervious.
What part of speech is “impervious”?
“Impervious” is an adjective.
Where does the word “impervious” come from?
The word “impervious” comes from Latin. From Latin impervius, "that cannot be passed through," from in- ("not") + pervius ("passable").
How many meanings does “impervious” have?
“Impervious” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: not affected or bothered by something, such as criticism or emotion.