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leak vs leakage

leakage vs leak

leak and leakage both are nouns.

leak is a verb but leakage is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
leak Yes No Yes No
leakage Yes No No No
As nouns, leak and leakage are synonyms defined as:
  • leak and leakage: the discharge of a fluid from some container
Other synonyms of leak include escape, outflow.
leak (noun) leakage (noun)
unauthorized (especially deliberate) disclosure of confidential information the discharge of a fluid from some container
the discharge of a fluid from some container
an accidental hole that allows something (fluid or light etc.) to enter or escape
a euphemism for urination
soft watery rot in fruits and vegetables caused by fungi
leak (verb) leakage (verb)
have an opening that allows light or substances to enter or go out
enter or escape as through a hole or crack or fissure
tell anonymously
be leaked
Difference between leak and leakage

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