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Definition of earthshaking

earthshaking

/ˈɝːθˌʃeɪ.kɪŋ/
earth · shak · ing
Adverb:earthshakingly
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• adjective

1

Of great importance, consequence, or fundamental impact; momentous.

Example

"The research team made an earthshaking discovery that transformed our understanding of genetics."

2

Loud or forceful enough to cause the ground to tremble.

Example

"An earthshaking rumble echoed through the valley as the rocket launched into the sky."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English as a compound of 'earth' and 'shaking', likely modeled on the Ancient Greek epithet 'enosichthon' ('earth-shaker'), which Homer used to describe Poseidon, the god of the sea and earthquakes.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Earthshaking. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/earthshaking
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