Definition

Relating to a group of islands or an archipelago.

Example

The archipelagic region is known for its diverse marine life.

Conversation

Did you know that the Philippines is an archipelagic country?

Really? I didn't realize that it has so many islands.

Yeah, it's fascinating how diverse the culture can be in such an archipelagic region.

For sure! I’d love to explore some of those islands someday.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Archipelagic → It is formed from "archi-" (from Greek "archi-", meaning chief or principal) and "pelagos" (from Greek "pelagos", meaning sea). The word "archipelagic" refers to something related to a group of islands in the sea, emphasizing the principal or chief nature of the islands in a particular sea area.

Memory Tip

Think of 'chief' or 'principal' ('archi-') islands in the 'sea' ('pelagos') — that's what archipelagic means.

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