seismic

Meanings

1. 1
   adj

   Related to, or caused by an earthquake or other vibration of the Earth.

   seismic activity

2. 2
   adj

   Subject to earthquakes.

   a seismic area

3. 3
   adj

   Of very large or widespread effect.

   With Spurs having avoided a seismic Cup upset, Newport's heroic display will be rewarded with a lucrative replay at Wembley.

4. 4
   adj

   subject to or caused by an earthquake or earth vibration

Etymology

Based on Ancient Greek σεισμός (seismós, “shaking, earthquake”) + -ic, equivalent to seismo- + -ic.