airtightness
Translation
airtightness, seal
Examples
We tested the airtightness of the container.
We tested the airtightness of the container.
The airtightness of the building improves energy efficiency.
The airtightness of the building improves energy efficiency.
Grammar Patterns
((the airtightness of sth.)) the quality of being airtight We tested the airtightness of the seal.
Similar Words
Synonyms: seal, impermeability
Etymology
From the adjective 'airtight' plus the suffix '-ness', which forms nouns indicating a state or quality.
Memory Tips
The suffix '-ness' turns an adjective into a noun describing a quality. So, 'airtightness' is the quality of being 'airtight'.