airtight
What is another word for airtight? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Adj — Sealed so tightly that no air or gas can pass in or out.
Antonyms
breathable
transpirable
How to use airtight
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
an airtight seal
an airtight alibi
an airtight argument
Etymology
From air + tight, first used literally of seals and containers, later extended figuratively to arguments and plans with no flaws.
Full origin of airtight →Frequently asked questions
What does “airtight” mean?
The word “airtight” means sealed so tightly that no air or gas can pass in or out. In plain terms, either sealed so no air can get through, or (for an argument or plan) so solid that no one can find a flaw in it.
How do you use “airtight” in a sentence?
Here is “airtight” used in a sentence: “Store the coffee in an airtight container to keep it fresh.”
What is the opposite of “airtight”?
The opposite of “airtight” — its antonyms — are breathable and transpirable.
What part of speech is “airtight”?
“Airtight” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “airtight” have?
“Airtight” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: sealed so tightly that no air or gas can pass in or out.
Related words
cold-tight
coldtight
draft-tight
drafttight
draught-tight
draughttight
drip-tight
driptight
dust-tight
dusttight
gas-tight
gastight
heat-tight
heattight
joint-tight
