Definition

Describing a landscape that has many small hills or mounds.

Example

The tumulose terrain made the hike more challenging but also more beautiful.

Conversation

Have you ever been to that park with the tumulose landscape?

Yeah, I loved how it felt like a mini adventure!

It’s so unique to see all those little hills everywhere.

Absolutely! It makes for some great views and fun hiking.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tumulose is derived from "tumulus" (from Latin, meaning mound or hill) and the suffix "-ose" (meaning full of or characterized by). The word describes something that is full of mounds or characterized by mounds.

Memory Tip

Think of 'tumulus' meaning mound, and remember that 'tumulose' refers to something that is full of mounds.

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