Seismic

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈsaɪzmɪk/
• Rhymes: -aɪzmɪk.

Origin

Based on Ancient Greek σεισμός (seismos, "shaking, earthquake") + -ic.

Full definition of seismic

Adjective

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

Related terms

• seismics
• seismograph
• seismology