Word
geographic
Phoneticsge·o·graph·ic, stress on the third syllable
US/ˌdʒiəˈɡɹæfɪk/
UK/dʒˌɪəɡɹˈæfɪk/
Definitions
01related to geography
B1 · Intermediate
adj. relating to the study of the Earth's surface, countries, and natural features.
adj. pertaining to the science of geography or the physical features of a specific region.
“The mountain range forms a natural geographic barrier between the two countries.”
“The researchers mapped the geographic distribution of the species to understand how climate change was forcing them into higher altitudes.”
Synonyms
02true physical location
C1 · Advanced Science Technical
adj. based on the Earth's actual poles rather than magnetic ones.
adj. determined by the Earth's axis of rotation, specifically to distinguish 'true' north from magnetic north.
“The compass points to magnetic north, which is different from the geographic North Pole.”
“Navigators must account for the declination between magnetic north and geographic north to ensure the vessel remains on its intended course.”
Usage
Usually placed before the noun it modifies, such as 'geographic North Pole'.
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Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “geographic” in context.
Adjective
01. geographic distribution
“Scientists are studying the geographic distribution of this rare bird species across Europe.”
adj + noun
02. geographic region
“The desert is a geographic region characterized by very low rainfall and high temperatures.”
adj + noun
Etymology
From Latin geōgraphicus; see French géographique. By surface analysis, geography + -ic.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
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ADVERB
Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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