weatherproofness
Resists the elements
Weatherproofness is the quality of being able to withstand exposure to weather—rain, wind, sun, and temperature extremes—without damage or deterioration.
The term appears most often in technical contexts describing materials, coatings, or construction: The jacket's weatherproofness held up through the storm.
It differs from waterproofness in covering a broader range of conditions.
Waterproof outer garment
- windbreakerLightweight gust-resistant jacket
- galoshesWaterproof shoe covers
- umbrellaHandheld rain shelter
- tarpaulinWaterproof protective sheeting
awning · poncho · gaiters · slicker · anorak · parka · weatherstripping · caulking
Able to repel moisture
- water-repellentResisting water penetration
- UV-resistantWithstands solar radiation damage
- imperviousUnable to be affected
- sealedClosed to prevent entry
insulated · shielded · covered · enclosed · sheltered · guarded · defended · barrier
Breathable waterproof membrane
- neopreneSynthetic rubber polymer
- ripstopTear-resistant woven material
- microfiberUltrafine synthetic textile threads
- membraneThin tissue sheet
rubber · vinyl · silicone · polyurethane · laminate · vulcanized · breathable · moisture-wicking
Persisting over extended time
- hard-wearingResistant to damage
- durableAble to withstand use
- robustStrong and durable
- sturdySolidly built, durable
tough · resilient · hardy · heavy-duty · reinforced · reliable · enduring · stable
raincoat
Waterproof outer garment
- windbreakerLightweight gust-resistant jacket
- galoshesWaterproof shoe covers
- umbrellaHandheld rain shelter
tarpaulin · awning · poncho · gaiters · slicker · anorak · parka · weatherstripping · caulking · sealant
water-resistant
Able to repel moisture
- water-repellentResisting water penetration
- UV-resistantWithstands solar radiation damage
- imperviousUnable to be affected
sealed · insulated · shielded · covered · enclosed · sheltered · guarded · defended · barrier · coating
gore-tex
Breathable waterproof membrane
- neopreneSynthetic rubber polymer
- ripstopTear-resistant woven material
- microfiberUltrafine synthetic textile threads
membrane · rubber · vinyl · silicone · polyurethane · laminate · vulcanized · breathable · moisture-wicking · quick-dry
long-lasting
Persisting over extended time
- hard-wearingResistant to damage
- durableAble to withstand use
- robustStrong and durable
sturdy · tough · resilient · hardy · heavy-duty · reinforced · reliable · enduring · stable · permanent
weatherproofnesspermeability
Ability to transmit fluids
porousness · porosity · leakiness · absorbency · penetrability
weatherproofnessfragility
Ease of breaking
flimsiness · vulnerability · delicacy · weakness · destructibility
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