hermetic

• Descreve algo completamente selado ou à prova de ar; também se refere a tradições filosóficas ou ocultistas obscuras ou esotéricas.

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.

   Hermético

   • 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.

   Sinônimosairtightclosedgas-tightimpermeablesealedshut

   Antônimosleakyopenpermeableporousventilated

2. Obscure or esotericC2formalart

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

   Hermético (em sentido figurado)

   • 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.

   Sinônimosabstrusearcanecrypticesotericmysteriousobscureoccultrecondite

   Antônimosaccessibleclearcomprehensiblelucidperspicuousunderstandable