nonabsorbency

8.9

A property of a surface that does not soak up liquids

noun
/ˌnɒnəbˈzɔːrbənsi/

Specialized

: no absorbencia

Because of its nonabsorbency, the fabric dries very quickly.

Examples

The nonabsorbency of the material makes it ideal for waterproof clothing.
Scientists tested the nonabsorbency of several new polymers.
The nonabsorbency of this material makes it ideal for outdoor use.
Many fabrics exhibit nonabsorbency when treated with special coatings.
The nonabsorbency of the sponge means it won't retain water.
Thanks to its nonabsorbency, the surface stayed dry even after the rain.
The nonabsorbency of the coating allows the shoes to repel water effectively.

Synonyms

imperviousness

vsnonabsorbency

1 8.7

A state of not allowing water, light, or ideas to pass through

focuses on not taking in liquids rather than resisting many things

impermeableness

vsnonabsorbency

Specialized

9.8

The quality of not letting water pass through something

describes inability to take in liquids rather than blocking passage

impermeability

vsnonabsorbency

Specialized

8.3

The quality of not letting water or air pass through

means not taking in liquids, not necessarily stopping gases

Antonyms

absorbency

3 4.8

The amount of liquid a material soaks up

How Absorbent

absorbency

3 4.8

nonabsorbency

Specialized

8.9

impermeability

Specialized

8.3

Surface Forms

nonabsorbency singular

nonabsorbencies plural

Morphology

nonabsorbency = absorbency (transparent) = non + absorb + ency

The prefix 'non-' simply negates the noun 'absorbency', giving the straightforward meaning 'not having the capacity to absorb'.

Etymology

Nonabsorbency starts with non- meaning 'not', has absorb meaning 'to take in or soak up' (like a sponge), and ends with -ency for 'a state or quality'. So, nonabsorbency is the state of 'not soaking up' liquids, which is why such materials dry fast and can be waterproof.