Water-resistant
adj.resilient, capableprofessional
What it means
Able to resist water damage or penetration.
Reach for it when describing tested protection against limited water exposure without promising full waterproofing
The water-resistant map remained readable throughout the rainy hike.
Choose between these
6- everyday
water must not penetrate under stated conditions
not when Waterproof is a stronger performance claim.
- everyday
several outdoor conditions are addressed
not when Weather resistance is broader but less specific.
- professional
moisture-resistant
humidity or dampness is the main exposure
not when Moisture resistance may not withstand liquid water.
- professional
splash-resistant
brief splashes define the protection level
not when Splash resistance says nothing about rain or immersion.
- professional
water-repellent
a surface causes droplets to bead and roll off
not when Repellency may fade and seams may still leak.
- formal
hydrophobic
material chemistry repels interaction with water
not when Hydrophobic surfaces do not ensure a sealed product.
Said against
3- absorbent
- permeable
- water-sensitive
It naturally appears in
3- water-resistant coating
A water-resistant coating protected the map during light rain.
- water-resistant watch
The water-resistant watch carries a clearly stated depth rating.
- highly water-resistant
Taped seams made the pouch highly water-resistant without certifying immersion.
Usage notes
Water-resistant is a degree claim; name the applicable test, duration, or pressure when failure would matter.