Definition

Relating to sound waves that have frequencies lower than what humans can hear.

Example

The researchers studied infrasonic waves to understand their effects on the environment.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new infrasonic technology they’re using for sound waves?

Yeah, it’s fascinating how it works below the range of what we can hear!

I read that it can be used for things like detecting earthquakes.

Exactly! It’s amazing how infrasonic waves can help us understand natural events.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Infrasonic → It is formed from "infra-" (meaning below) and "sonic" (from Latin "sonus", meaning sound). The word "infrasonic" refers to sound waves that are below the range of human hearing.

Memory Tip

Think of 'infra-' meaning below, and 'sonic' relating to sound — so infrasonic describes sounds that are below the hearing range.

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