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hermetic

 

[ hərˈmɛtɪk ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

sealed off

Completely sealed off from the outside world or impervious to outside influence.

Synonyms

closed off, insulated, isolated, sealed

Examples of usage

  • His laboratory was a hermetic environment where he could conduct experiments without any external interference.
  • The hermetic seal on the container ensured the freshness of the food inside.
  • The hermetic nature of the organization made it difficult for outsiders to infiltrate.
  • She lived a hermetic life in the secluded cabin in the woods.
  • The hermetic design of the spaceship protected the astronauts from the harsh conditions of space.
Context #2 | Noun

philosophy

Relating to or characterized by occultism or esotericism.

Synonyms

esoteric, mysterious, mystical, occult

Examples of usage

  • The hermetic teachings delve into the mystical and spiritual aspects of the universe.
  • Hermetic philosophy emphasizes the interconnectedness of all things.
  • The hermetic tradition has influenced various mystical and philosophical movements.

Translations

Translations of the word "hermetic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 hermético

🇮🇳 वायुरोधी

🇩🇪 hermetisch

🇮🇩 hermetik

🇺🇦 герметичний

🇵🇱 hermetyczny

🇯🇵 密閉

🇫🇷 hermétique

🇪🇸 hermético

🇹🇷 hermetik

🇰🇷 밀폐

🇸🇦 محكم

🇨🇿 hermetický

🇸🇰 hermetický

🇨🇳 密封

🇸🇮 hermetičen

🇮🇸 þéttur

🇰🇿 герметикалық

🇬🇪 ჰერმეტული

🇦🇿 hermetik

🇲🇽 hermético

Etymology

The word 'hermetic' is derived from the name of Hermes Trismegistus, a mythical figure associated with alchemy, astrology, and esoteric knowledge. The term 'hermetic' originally referred to writings attributed to Hermes Trismegistus that were believed to contain hidden knowledge. Over time, 'hermetic' came to signify anything sealed off or hidden, reflecting the mysterious and esoteric nature of the teachings ascribed to Hermes Trismegistus.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,663, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.