meteorological
mee-teer-ruh-LOD-zhihkl
Meteorological (adjective) means relating to the study of weather and the atmosphere. Example: “The meteorological office issued a storm warning for the coast.”
adjective
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Relating to the study of weather and the atmosphere.
"The meteorological office issued a storm warning for the coast."
"Meteorological data from satellites helps predict hurricanes."
How to use meteorological
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo do with weather science.
Common pairings
meteorological data
meteorological office
meteorological conditions
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Etymology
From meteorology + -ical.
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What does “meteorological” mean?
The word “meteorological” means relating to the study of weather and the atmosphere. In plain terms, to do with weather science.
How do you pronounce “meteorological”?
“Meteorological” is pronounced mee-teer-ruh-LOD-zhihkl (/ˌmitiəɹəˈlɑd͡ʒɪkl̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “meteorological” in a sentence?
Here is “meteorological” used in a sentence: “The meteorological office issued a storm warning for the coast.”
What part of speech is “meteorological”?
“Meteorological” is an adjective.
Is “meteorological” a common word?
“Meteorological” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.
