massif
What is another word for massif? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A large, compact mass of mountains forming the main part of a range.
We haven't recorded synonyms for massif yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.
How to use massif
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
granite massif
mountain massif
It is fairly formal and is used mostly in geography and geology writing.
Etymology
English borrowed the word from French massif, which came from Middle French and ultimately from Latin massa. The Latin word goes back to an Ancient Greek word for a lump of dough or barley-cake.
Full origin of massif →Frequently asked questions
What is a massif?
A massif is a large mass of mountains that forms the main part of a range.
How do you pronounce massif?
It is usually said ma-SEEF, with the stress on the second syllable, though some speakers stress the first syllable: MAS-if.
What is the plural of massif?
The plural is massifs.
