Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /tɛˈrɛstrɪəli/
KK: /tɛˈrɛstrɪəli/
Definition
In a way that relates to the Earth or land.
Example
The plants grow terrestrially, thriving in the soil and sunlight.
Conversation

Did you see that documentary about life terrestrially?

Yeah, it was fascinating to learn how species adapt on land.

I didn't realize how different it is from marine life.

Exactly! It's amazing how they thrive in such unique environments.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
earthbound
landward
terrestrial
Antonyms
aerial
celestial
extraterrestrial
Root Explanation
Terrestrially → It is formed from "terra" (from Latin, meaning earth or land) and the suffix "-ally" (meaning in a manner relating to). The word "terrestrially" means in a manner relating to the earth or land.
Memory Tip
Think of 'terra' as the earth, and remember that 'terrestrially' describes something that relates to the earth.
Visually Confused Words
unterrestrial
exterrestrial
subterrestrial
preterrestrial
nonterrestrial
torrentially
pedestrially