Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ˌɛθnəˈlɒdʒɪk/
KK: /ɛθnəˈlɒdʒɪk/
Definition
Relating to the study of cultures and the characteristics of different ethnic groups.
Example
The ethnologic study revealed fascinating insights into the traditions of the indigenous people.
Conversation

Did you read that article about ethnologic studies in different cultures?

Yeah, it was fascinating how they compared traditions across the world.

I found the section on rituals really intriguing, especially the ethnologic perspectives.

Same here! It really opened my eyes to how diverse our customs can be.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
cultural
anthropological
sociological
Antonyms
unrelated
disparate
incompatible
Root Explanation
Ethnologic → It is formed from "ethno-" (from Greek "ethnos", meaning nation or people) and "-logic" (from Greek "logia", meaning study or discourse). The word refers to the study of different peoples and cultures.
Memory Tip
Think of 'ethno-' meaning 'people' and '-logic' meaning 'study' — this helps you remember that ethnologic is about the study of different peoples.
Visually Confused Words
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lethologica
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theologic
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unethnological
paleethnologic