Definition

Noun: 1. The state or condition of being leaky: The property of an object, container, or structure that allows the unintended escape or entry of a substance (such as a liquid, gas, or information) through holes, cracks, or flaws. 2. The tendency to leak: The inherent quality of something that permits leakage.

Usage

The noun "leakiness" describes the characteristic or state of an object that is not sealed or watertight. It is often used to discuss physical defects, structural integrity, or metaphorical vulnerabilities.

Examples

• The leakiness of the old pipes resulted in significant water damage.
• Scientists are studying the leakiness of the intestinal barrier in certain diseases.
• The leakiness of the boat's hull was a major safety concern.
• A key problem with the software was the leakiness of its data abstraction.

Advanced Usage

• "leakiness of information": Used metaphorically to describe a system or organization that fails to keep information confidential.
  • The scandal exposed the leakiness of the corporate security protocols.

Variants and Related Words

• Leaky (adjective): Having holes or cracks that allow leakage.
  • A leaky faucet can waste a lot of water.
• Leak (noun/verb): The hole or crack itself, or the act of escaping/entering through it.
  • There was a gas leak. (noun)
  • Water began to leak from the ceiling. (verb)

Synonyms

• Permeability
• Porosity
• Inefficiency (in a metaphorical sense for systems)

Antonyms

• Impermeability
• Watertightness
• Sealed state

Noun

1. the condition of permitting leaks or leakage
   • the leakiness of the roof
   • the heart valve's leakiness
   • the leakiness of the boat made it dangerous to use