impervious

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Recent raids may try to instill fear, but this special communal space feels impervious to such weak displays.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

He then pivoted to defend his economic strategy against fears of a market downturn, portraying the U.S. as impervious to pressure.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 15, 2025

Hogan’s gimmick of “hulking up” via crowd energy to become impervious to pain would help the 6’8 Bollea bring matches to a Hollywood ending that didn’t rely on technical wrestling ability.

From Salon • Jul. 24, 2025

Vladimir Putin, on the other hand, apparently remains impervious to Trump's charms and threats alike.

From BBC • Jul. 5, 2025

Throughout much of the Midwest thousands of acres of fine orchards were destroyed by insects now impervious to spraying.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson