Atmospheric Phenomena

3 words in this vocabulary list

fog

noun a thick cloud of tiny water droplets suspended in the atmosphere at or near the earth's surface which limits visibility

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  • The dense fog made driving conditions hazardous on the highway.
  • I can't see anything in this fog, it's so thick!
  • The fog is as thick as pea soup out there!
  • The fog of confusion clouded his judgment in making a decision.

noun the scientific study of the atmosphere and its phenomena, especially with reference to weather and weather forecasting

  • Meteorology is the scientific study of the atmosphere and weather patterns.
  • I find meteorology fascinating because it helps me understand the weather better.
  • I'm thinking of majoring in meteorology because I've always been into weather stuff.
  • His knowledge of meteorology was like a guiding light in navigating through the stormy seas of uncertainty.

noun a large area of low pressure and cold air surrounding both of the Earth's poles

  • The polar vortex is a large area of low pressure and cold air surrounding both of the Earth's poles.
  • I heard we might be getting hit with a polar vortex next week, so stock up on groceries!
  • Brrr, that polar vortex is no joke - it's freezing outside!
  • When it comes to her emotions, she's like a polar vortex - cold and unpredictable.