earthquakes
The word “earthquakes” has 2 syllables: earth-quakes
It's pronounced as /ˈɜːrθkweɪks/
What is synonym and antonym for earthquakes?
In the thesaurus, “earthquakes” has 80 synonyms and 1 antonym.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for earthquakes along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for earthquakes
- aftershocks
- bluster
- bobberies
- bouleversements
- bustles
- cataclysms
- coils
- commotions
- convulsion
- convulsions
- eruptions
- fault
- fits
- flare-ups
- foreshocks
- furores
- furors
- fusses
- hubbubs
- hullabaloos
- hurly-burlies
- insurgencies
- insurrections
- macroseism
- microearthquakes
- microseism
- microseisms
- movement
- mutinies
- outbreaks
- outbursts
- overthrows
- overturns
- pandemoniums
- paroxysms
- quake
- quaker
- quakes
- rebellions
- revolts
- revolutions
- routs
- rows
- ruckuses
- ructions
- rumpuses
- seaquakes
- seimicity
- seism
- seismism
- seizures
- shake
- shakes
- shindies
- shindys
- shock
- shocks
- slip
- spasms
- squalls
- stews
- stirs
- storms
- subversions
- temblor
- temblors
- tempests
- to-dos
- trembler
- tremors
- tumults
- turmoils
- undulation
- upheaval
- upheavals
- uprisings
- uproars
- upsets
- welters
- williwaws
Antonyms for earthquakes
- perfection
Meanings of earthquakes
- noun
- A shaking of the ground, caused by volcanic activity or movement around geologic faults.
- (planetary geology) Such a quake specifically occurring on the planet Earth, as opposed to other celestial bodies.
Example Sentences
- Earthquakes are a common occurrence in this seismically active region.
- The city has implemented strict building codes to withstand potential earthquakes.
- Scientists study the patterns of earthquakes to better understand seismic activity.
- Residents are encouraged to have earthquake preparedness kits in case of unexpected earthquakes.
- The recent series of aftershocks heightened anxiety in the community already affected by previous earthquakes.
On this page you'll find 81 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to earthquakes, such as: aftershocks, bluster, bobberies, bouleversements, bustles, cataclysms, coils.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
Related Words
paroxysms
- bursts
- convulsions
- earthquakes
- eruptions
- explosions
- flashes
- gusts
- outbursts
- revolutions
- spasms
- upheavals
quakes
- earthquakes
- jerks
- quivers
- shakes
- shudders
- trembles
- tremors
- vibrates