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Definition of seismic

seismic

/ˈsaɪz.mɪk/
seis · mic
Adverb:seismically
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• adjective

1

Relating to, caused by, or characteristic of an earthquake or other vibration of the Earth and its crust.

Example

"Geologists installed sensitive instruments along the fault line to monitor seismic activity."

2

Of enormous proportions or having a profound, far-reaching effect.

Example

"The invention of the internet brought about a seismic shift in global communication and commerce."

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• Rhymes for seismic

• Nearby Words

segue
segura
seine
seismic
seismically
seismograph
seismological

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the mid-19th century from the Ancient Greek noun 'seismos' (meaning 'earthquake' or 'shock'), derived from the verb 'seiein' ('to shake'), combined with the adjectival suffix '-ic'.

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