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Penetrability

Description:

Penetrability refers to the quality or degree of being able to penetrate or pass through a substance or barrier. It is the capacity of something to allow the flow or passage of another substance or material.

Senses and Usages:

1. Physical Permeability

Noun: The physical property of a material to allow the passage of other substances through it.

Example sentence: The penetrability of the soil is important for determining its ability to absorb water.

2. Conceptual Permeability

Noun: The ability of an idea, concept, or belief system to accept or incorporate new information or perspectives.

Example sentence: The penetrability of religious beliefs varies among different cultures and their openness to embrace diverse ideologies.

3. Emotional Penetrability

Noun: The susceptibility or openness to allowing oneself to be deeply affected or influenced by emotions.

Example sentence: Her emotional penetrability made her vulnerable to heartbreak and intense feelings.

4. Penetrable

Adjective: Capable of being penetrated or passed through.

Example sentence: The fabric of the tent was not penetrable by water, ensuring a dry shelter during heavy rain.

5. Penetrably

Adverb: In a manner that allows or permits penetration.

Example sentence: The paint was applied penetrably, allowing it to seep into the wood grain for a natural finish.

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