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climatological

 

[ ˌklʌɪmətəˈlɒdʒɪkəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

study of climate

Relating to the scientific study of climate and weather patterns over a period of time, typically decades or centuries. Climatological data is crucial for understanding long-term trends and predicting future climate changes.

Synonyms

climatic, meteorological.

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Word Description / Examples
climatological

Utilize this term when referring to the scientific study of climate and its variations over time. It is frequently used in academic and research-oriented contexts.

  • The climatological analysis showed significant trends in global temperature rise over the last century
  • Researchers are conducting climatological studies to understand the impact of greenhouse gases on the environment
meteorological

This term is appropriate for discussing short-term weather conditions and phenomena, often linked to weather forecasting and reports. It is commonly used in meteorology and related disciplines.

  • The meteorological forecast predicts heavy rainfall for the next three days
  • Meteorological instruments are essential for accurate weather predictions
climatic

This word is best used when talking about the broader and long-term characteristics of a region's weather patterns. It can be used in both scientific and non-scientific discussions.

  • The region's climatic conditions are ideal for growing citrus fruits
  • Climatic changes are affecting crop yields across the globe

Examples of usage

  • Climatological research plays a key role in combating climate change.
  • The climatological analysis revealed a significant increase in global temperatures.

Translations

Translations of the word "climatological" in other languages:

🇵🇹 climatológico

🇮🇳 जलवायु विज्ञान से संबंधित

🇩🇪 klimatologisch

🇮🇩 klimatologi

🇺🇦 кліматологічний

🇵🇱 klimatologiczny

🇯🇵 気候学的な

🇫🇷 climatologique

🇪🇸 climatológico

🇹🇷 iklim bilimi ile ilgili

🇰🇷 기후학적인

🇸🇦 مناخي

🇨🇿 klimatologický

🇸🇰 klimatologický

🇨🇳 气候学的

🇸🇮 klimatološki

🇮🇸 loftslagsfræði

🇰🇿 климатологияға қатысты

🇬🇪 კლიმატოლოგიური

🇦🇿 iqlimşünaslıqla bağlı

🇲🇽 climatológico

Etymology

The term 'climatological' originated from the combination of 'climate' and 'logical' in the early 19th century. It was first used in scientific contexts to describe the study and analysis of long-term weather patterns and trends. The field of climatology has since evolved to become a crucial component of understanding the Earth's changing climate.

See also: acclimate, acclimatization, acclimatize, climatic, climatology.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,533, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.