Geographical Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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geographical

[ˌdʒiː.əˈɡræf.ɪ.kəl ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adjective

related to geography

Relating to the natural features, population, industries, etc. of a region or regions

Synonyms

geographic, spatial, topographical.

Examples of usage

  • The country's geographical location makes it vulnerable to earthquakes.
  • She has a strong interest in geographical studies.

Translations

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Origin of 'geographical'

The word 'geographical' comes from the combination of 'geo-' meaning earth and 'graphical' referring to the description or representation of something. It has been used in English since the mid-16th century to describe things related to geography.


Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,546, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.