Hermetic

Pronunciation: /hɜːrˈmɛtɪk/

Definitions of hermetic

adjective relating to an airtight seal, especially in the context of alchemy or occult practices

Example Sentences

A1 The hermetic seal on the jar kept the food fresh for a long time.

A2 The hermetic closure of the box prevented any air from getting inside.

B1 The hermetic nature of the contract ensured that all parties involved would keep the information confidential.

B2 The hermetic design of the building made it energy efficient and well-insulated.

C1 The hermetic philosophy of the author's writing style left many readers feeling isolated and disconnected.

C2 The artist's hermetic lifestyle and reclusive tendencies added an air of mystery to their work.

Examples of hermetic in a Sentence

formal The hermetic seal on the container ensured that no air could enter.

informal She always keeps hermetic about her personal life.

slang I heard he's part of some hermetic group that meets in secret.

figurative The author's writing style is often described as hermetic, with layers of meaning waiting to be uncovered.

Grammatical Forms of hermetic

• past tense: hermeticked
• plural: hermetics
• comparative: more hermetic
• superlative: most hermetic
• present tense: hermetics
• future tense: will be hermetic
• perfect tense: has been hermetic
• continuous tense: is being hermetic
• singular: hermetic
• positive degree: hermetic
• infinitive: to hermeticize
• gerund: hermeticking
• participle: hermeticked

Origin and Evolution of hermetic

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'hermetic' originates from the name Hermes Trismegistus, a mythical figure believed to be a combination of the Greek god Hermes and the Egyptian god Thoth, associated with alchemy and esoteric knowledge.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in reference to the teachings attributed to Hermes Trismegistus, the word 'hermetic' evolved to describe anything that is airtight, sealed, or impervious to outside influences. It later came to be associated with secrecy, esoteric knowledge, and alchemy.