waterproof vs seal

seal vs waterproof

waterproof and seal both are nouns.

waterproof is an adjective but seal is not an adjective.

waterproof and seal both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
waterproof	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
seal	Yes	No	Yes	No

As verbs, seal is a hypernym of waterproof; that is, seal is a word with a broader meaning than waterproof:

waterproof: make watertight
seal: make tight; secure against leakage

Other hypernyms of waterproof include seal off.

waterproof (noun)	seal (noun)
a water-resistant coat	any of numerous marine mammals that come on shore to breed; chiefly of cold regions
any fabric impervious to water	a device incised to make an impression; used to secure a closing or to authenticate documents
	fastener consisting of a resinous composition that is plastic when warm; used for sealing documents and parcels and letters
	fastener that provides a tight and perfect closure
	a finishing coat applied to exclude moisture
	an indication of approved or superior status
	a stamp affixed to a document (as to attest to its authenticity or to seal it)
	the pelt or fur (especially the underfur) of a seal

waterproof (adjective)	seal (adjective)
not permitting the passage of water

waterproof (verb)	seal (verb)
make watertight	decide irrevocably
	hunt seals
	close with or as if with a seal
	affix a seal to
	make tight; secure against leakage
	cover with varnish

Difference between waterproof and seal

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