geomagnetic

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˌdʒiːoʊˈmæɡnɪk/

KK: /dʒiːoʊˈmæɡnɪk/

adjective

Definition

Related to the Earth's magnetic field or the study of it.

Example

Scientists study geomagnetic phenomena to understand the Earth's magnetic environment.

Conversation

Did you hear about the latest geomagnetic storms?

Yeah, I read that they can affect satellite communications.

It's fascinating how geomagnetic activity can impact our technology.

Absolutely! It's amazing how connected everything is.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

magnetic

terrestrial

geophysical

Antonyms

nonmagnetic

unmagnetic

atmospheric

Root Explanation

Geomagnetic → It is formed from "geo-" (from Greek "gē", meaning earth) and "magnetic" (from Greek "magnetis", meaning of or pertaining to a magnet). The word "geomagnetic" refers to the magnetic properties or phenomena related to the Earth.

Memory Tip

Think of 'geo-' meaning 'earth' and 'magnetic' relating to magnets — together they describe the magnetic properties of the Earth.

Visually Confused Words

gyromagnetic

geogenetic