Impervious
(adjective)
- Not allowing something to pass through, especially water or air; impermeable.
- Not capable of being affected or influenced; insensitive.
Origin:
The term 'impervious' originated in the late 16th century and is derived from the latin word 'impervius' meaning 'impossible to penetrate' or 'impenetrable'.
Examples:
- The new roof was made of an impervious material that kept out the rain.
- The castle's walls were nearly impervious to attack, standing strong against even the most powerful siege engines.
- Despite her best efforts, she could not penetrate his impervious armor of indifference.
- The species was able to survive in harsh conditions due to its impervious skin that protected it from environmental threats.
- The young child seemed impervious to the cold, playing happily in the snow without any sign of discomfort.