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Seism (noun) means a sudden shaking of the ground, such as an earthquake.

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A sudden shaking of the ground, such as an earthquake.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Comes from Ancient Greek σεισμός (seismós, “shaking; earthquake”).

Synonyms

temblor earthquake quake

Related words

shake earthquake quake palpitate quiver tremor

Rhymes for seism

theism atheism pandeism henotheism

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What is the meaning of seism?

"seism" (noun) means a sudden shaking of the ground, such as an earthquake.

What is another word for seism?

Other words for "seism" include temblor, earthquake, quake.

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