perspirable
Definition
Adjective: "Perspirable" describes something that is capable of allowing perspiration (sweat) to pass through, or relating to the ability to sweat. It is a technical or formal term.
Usage Examples
- (The material allows sweat to pass through easily.)
- (The skin was capable of sweating.)
- (The membrane lets moisture escape while blocking water.)
Advanced Usage
"Perspirable surface": a surface that allows moisture to evaporate.
- The shoes have a perspirable lining to prevent foot odor. (The lining permits sweat to escape.)
"Perspirable condition": a state in which the body can sweat effectively.
- The athlete maintained a perspirable condition despite the heat. (The body was able to produce sweat.)
Variants and Related Words
Perspiration (n): the process of sweating; sweat itself.
- Perspiration helps regulate body temperature. (Sweating cools the body.)
Perspire (v): to sweat; to excrete moisture through the skin.
- He began to perspire heavily during the workout. (He started sweating.)
Impervious (adj) (opposite): not allowing perspiration to pass through.
- Plastic is an impervious material that traps moisture. (It does not allow sweat to escape.)
Synonyms
Breathable: allowing air or moisture to pass through (commonly used for fabrics).
- Cotton is a breathable, perspirable fabric. (It allows air and sweat to pass.)
Sweat-wicking: drawing moisture away from the body.
- This shirt is sweat-wicking and perspirable. (It moves sweat away and allows evaporation.)
Phrasal Verbs
- (No common phrasal verbs are associated with "perspirable," as it is an adjective.)
Related Idioms
- (No common idioms are associated with "perspirable," as it is a technical term.)