leakproof

leakproof — adjective

  • leakproofpositive
  • more leakproofcomparative
  • most leakproofsuperlative

1. made to keep liquid inside, so it does not drip out through small openings or we

1.形容詞B1
釋義

made to keep liquid inside, so it does not drip out through small openings or weak seals.

例句

Vivek poured soup into a leakproof container for the long train ride home.

attributive use: leakproof + container

The blue lunch box is leakproof, so curry will not spill in Eri's bag.

predicative use: is + leakproof

同義詞
  • watertight

    stronger and slightly more technical; also used for boats, roofs, or arguments with no weaknesses

  • spillproof

    focuses on stopping liquid from coming out when something tips over

  • sealed

    broader term meaning closed tightly, not always specifically about stopping leaks

反義詞
  • leaky

    allows liquid to escape through holes, cracks, or loose joins

文法句型

leakproof + noun

be + leakproof

用法筆記

Usually describes containers, lids, bottles, or seals that keep liquid from escaping. Like 'waterproof', it normally describes an absolute quality rather than a graded one.

常見錯誤

❌This bottle is more leakproof than the glass jar.
✅This bottle seals better than the glass jar.
💡'Leakproof' usually describes whether something prevents leaks at all, so speakers often compare the sealing performance instead.