hermetic

• Bezeichnet etwas, das vollständig abgedichtet oder luftdicht verschlossen ist; bezieht sich auch auf philosophische oder okkulte Traditionen, die unklar oder esoterisch sind.

Describes something that is completely sealed or airtight; also refers to philosophical or occult traditions that are obscure or esoteric.

1. Airtight or sealedC1formalscientific

   Completely sealed so that no air or gas can escape or enter.

   Hermetisch abgedichtet

   • The samples were stored in a hermetic container to prevent contamination.
   • Hermetic seals are essential for preserving vacuum conditions.
   • The laboratory uses hermetic chambers for sensitive experiments.

   Synonymeairtightclosedgas-tightimpermeablesealedshut

   Antonymeleakyopenpermeableporousventilated

2. Obscure or esotericC2formalart

   Relating to an ancient mystical or philosophical tradition; difficult to understand.

   Hermetisch (im übertragenen Sinne)

   • The poet's work is known for its hermetic symbolism.
   • Hermetic teachings were passed down through secret societies.
   • His writing style is so hermetic that few readers can grasp its meaning.

   Synonymeabstrusearcanecrypticesotericmysteriousobscureoccultrecondite

   Antonymeaccessibleclearcomprehensiblelucidperspicuousunderstandable