seismic

English

/ˈsaɪzmɪk/

adj
Definitions
  • Related to, or caused by an earthquake or other vibration of the Earth.
  • (figuratively) Of very large or widespread effect.

Etymology

Derived from Ancient Greek σεισμός (earthquake, shaking).

Origin

Ancient Greek

σεισμός

Gloss

earthquake, shaking

Concept
Semantic Field

The physical world

Ontological Category

Person/Thing

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