volcanic
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /vɒlˈkænɪk/
KK: /vɑlˈkænɪk/
adjective
Definition
Relating to or caused by a volcano, often involving eruptions or volcanic materials.
Example
The volcanic landscape was filled with ash and lava flows.
Conversation
Did you see the news about that volcanic eruption last night?
Yeah, it looked so intense!
I wonder how far the volcanic ash spread.
Hopefully, it doesn't affect too many people.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
eruptive
igneous
explosive
Antonyms
calm
placid
tranquil
noun
Definition
A type of rock that is formed from lava that has cooled and solidified after a volcanic eruption.
Example
The geologist studied the volcanic rock to understand the history of the eruption.
Conversation
Have you ever seen a volcanic rock up close?
No, I haven't, but I've read they can be really fascinating.
Yeah, they're formed from lava, which is pretty cool.
Root Explanation
Volcanic → It is formed from "vulcanus" (Latin for Vulcan, the Roman god of fire) and the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to). The word "volcanic" refers to something that pertains to or is characteristic of volcanoes, which are associated with fire and eruptions.
Memory Tip
Think of Vulcan, the god of fire, to remember that "volcanic" relates to things that are fiery or related to volcanoes.
Visually Confused Words
unvolcanic
vulcanic
nonvolcanic
neovolcanic
voltaic
volatic
vocalic
semivolcanic