Mega-Quake

Pronunciation: /ˈmɛɡə-kweɪk/

Definitions of mega-quake

noun a large and powerful earthquake

Example Sentences

A1 A mega-quake is a very powerful earthquake.

A2 People should be prepared for a mega-quake by having emergency supplies.

B1 The government has plans in place to respond to a mega-quake in the region.

B2 Scientists are studying the fault lines to predict when a mega-quake might occur.

C1 The devastation caused by a mega-quake can be catastrophic for a country.

C2 International aid organizations mobilize quickly to help countries affected by mega-quakes.

Examples of mega-quake in a Sentence

formal Scientists are constantly monitoring fault lines for any signs of a potential mega-quake.

informal Did you hear about the possibility of a mega-quake hitting the west coast?

slang I hope we don't experience a mega-quake anytime soon, that would be terrifying.

figurative The impact of the news felt like a mega-quake in the small town.

Grammatical Forms of mega-quake

• past tense: mega-quaked
• plural: mega-quakes
• comparative: more mega-quake
• superlative: most mega-quake
• present tense: mega-quakes
• future tense: will mega-quake
• perfect tense: has mega-quaked
• continuous tense: is mega-quaking
• singular: mega-quake
• positive degree: mega-quake
• infinitive: to mega-quake
• gerund: mega-quaking
• participle: mega-quaked

Origin and Evolution of mega-quake

First Known Use: 1980 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'mega-quake' originated from the combination of the prefix 'mega-' meaning large or great, and 'quake' referring to an earthquake.

Evolution of the word: The term 'mega-quake' gained popularity in the late 20th century with the increase in awareness and study of large magnitude earthquakes. It is now commonly used to describe exceptionally powerful earthquakes.