earthquake

The word “earthquake” has 2 syllables: earth-quake

It's pronounced as /ˈɜːrθkweɪk/


What is synonym and antonym for earthquake?

In the thesaurus, “earthquake” has 8 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for earthquake along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for earthquake

  • quake
  • revolution
  • shock
  • storm
  • temblor
  • tremor
  • unrest
  • upheaval

Meanings of earthquake

  • noun
    1. A shaking of the ground, caused by volcanic activity or movement around geologic faults.
    2. (planetary geology) Such a quake specifically occurring on the planet Earth, as opposed to other celestial bodies.

Example Sentences

  • The region experienced a sudden and powerful earthquake.
  • Emergency response teams were dispatched immediately after the earthquake.
  • The seismic sensors detected the subtle movements preceding the earthquake.
  • Residents were shaken by the intensity of the unexpected earthquake.
  • The old buildings crumbled under the force of the devastating earthquake.

On this page you'll find 8 synonyms or another words to earthquake, such as: quake, revolution, shock, storm, temblor, tremor, unrest.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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quaking

  • agitation
  • cataclysm
  • consternation
  • dismay
  • earthquake
  • horror
  • insecure
  • jerking
  • jittery
  • juddering
  • nervous
  • panic
  • precarious
  • quivering
  • resonant
  • rickety
  • rocking
  • rocky
  • shaking
  • shiver
  • shivering
  • shuddering
  • trembling
  • trembly
  • trepidation
  • tumult
  • turbulence
  • twitching
  • unsettled
  • unstable
  • unsteady
  • upheaval
  • vibrating
  • vibration
  • weak
  • wobbly

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