imperviously
|im-per-vi-ous-ly|
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/ɪmˈpɝviəsli/
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/ɪmˈpɜːvɪəsli/
(impervious)
impenetrable
Etymology
'impervious' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'impervius', where 'im-' meant 'not' and 'per'/'via' meant 'through'/'way'.
'impervious' changed from the Medieval Latin word 'impervius' and entered English (via late Latin/Medieval usage) as the modern English word 'impervious'.
Initially, it meant 'not allowing passage' (physically), but over time it evolved to also mean 'not affected by influence' (emotionally or otherwise).
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that does not allow passage or penetration (physically); impermeably.
The coating sealed the metal imperviously, preventing any water from getting in.
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Adverb 2
in a way that is not affected by influence, persuasion, or emotion; showing no response or susceptibility.
She listened to the criticism imperviously and did not respond.
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Last updated: 2026/01/12 08:53