Synonyms of the word 
WATER-REPELLENT → IMPERMEABLE - WATER-RESISTANT
water-repellent
- adj. that slows the penetration of water (but is not waterproof).
- n. Alternative spelling of water repellent.
impermeable
- adj. impossible to permeate.
- adj. not allowing passage, especially of liquids; waterproof.
water-resistant
- adj. that slows the penetration of water (but is not waterproof).
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