geographic

The word “geographic” means relating to geography, or to the physical features and location of places. In plain terms, having to do with location, land, and physical geography.

“Geographic” is pronounced jee-uh-GRA-fihk (/d͡ʒiəˈɡɹæfɪk/ in IPA).

Here is “geographic” used in a sentence: “The report broke sales down by geographic region.”

“Geographic” is an adjective.

The word “geographic” comes from Latin. From Latin geographicus, ultimately from Greek roots meaning "earth" and "writing.".

“Geographic” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.

"Geographic" and "geographical" mean the same thing and are almost always interchangeable, both meaning relating to geography. "Geographical" is a little more common in general British usage, while "geographic" appears often in fixed names and American usage, as in "National Geographic."

The choice usually comes down to style, house preference, or a set phrase, since the meaning is identical. Fixed terms such as "geographic information system" and "geographic coordinates" keep "geographic," so follow established wording where it exists.

"Geographic" frequently precedes "location," "area," "region," "distribution," "features," "boundaries," and "coordinates." These pairings all relate to the physical position or layout of places.

"Geographic" broadly relates to geography and the location of places, while "topographic" specifically relates to the detailed shape and surface features of land, such as elevation and terrain. A topographic map focuses on relief, whereas a geographic map may show a wider range of location-based information.