B2
water-resistant vs waterproof
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| water-resistantadjective/ˈwɔː.tər.rɪˌzɪs.tənt/ | Meaning able to keep out some water but not completely | Goes with — | Example My watch is water-resistant, so a little rain will not harm it. |
| waterproofadjective/ˈwɔː.tər.pruːf/ | Meaning made so that water cannot pass through it | Goes with waterproof jacket | Example I bought a waterproof jacket because it rains almost every day in the mountains. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
She uses mascara when it is hot and humid.