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terraqueous

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /tɛˈræk.wi.əs/

KK: /tɛrˈweɪkəs/

adjective
Definition

Made up of both land and water.


Example

The terraqueous planet has vast oceans and large continents.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever seen a terraqueous landscape in a painting?
Sloth B
Yeah, I love how artists blend land and water so beautifully.
Sloth A
Exactly! It really gives a sense of harmony in nature.
Sloth B
I agree, it’s amazing how terraqueous scenes can feel so peaceful.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
aquatic
marine
terrestrial
Antonyms
dry
arid
barren
Root Explanation

Terraqueous is formed from "terra" (meaning earth or land) and "aqua" (meaning water). The word describes something that pertains to both land and water, reflecting the combination of these two elements.

Memory Tip

Think of 'terra' for earth and 'aqua' for water — together they describe something that involves both land and water.

Visually Confused Words
subterraqueous
tetraquetrous
subteraqueous
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