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Definition of igneous

igneous

/ˈɪɡ.ni.əs/
ig · ne · ous
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• adjective

1

(of rock or geological formations) Formed through the cooling and solidification of molten magma or lava.

Example

"Granite and basalt are two of the most common igneous rocks found in the Earth's crust."

2

Relating to, characteristic of, or produced by fire or intense heat.

Example

"Early naturalists attributed the sudden appearance of the island to igneous activity beneath the ocean floor."

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iffy
iftar
igloo
igneous
ignitable
ignite
igniter

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the mid-17th century from Latin igneus ('fiery'), derived from ignis ('fire'), a cognate of Sanskrit agni.

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