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pelagic
The word “pelagic” has 3 syllables: pe-lag-ic
It's pronounced as /pəˈlædʒ.ɪk/
What is synonym and antonym for pelagic?
In the thesaurus, “pelagic” has 18 synonyms and 1 antonym.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for pelagic along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for pelagic
- abyssal
- admiralty
- aquatic
- benthic
- blue-water
- deep-sea
- deepwater
- hydrographic
- marine
- maritime
- nautical
- naval
- oceanic
- oceanographic
- saltwater
- thalassic
- undersea
- underwater
Antonyms for pelagic
Meanings of pelagic
- adjective
- Relating to the open sea, especially the parts of the ocean away from the shore and the ocean floor.
Example Sentences
- Tuna are pelagic fish that swim in the open ocean.
- Pelagic species often travel long distances in search of food.
- The researchers studied pelagic ecosystems in the Pacific Ocean.
- Many pelagic birds spend most of their lives flying over the sea.
- Climate change can affect the distribution of pelagic marine animals.
On this page you'll find 19 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to pelagic, such as: abyssal, admiralty, aquatic, benthic, blue-water, deep-sea, deepwater.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
Related Words
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