Climate Terminology

4 words in this vocabulary list

noun Frigid Zones

  • The Frigid Zones refer to the regions near the North and South Poles where temperatures are extremely cold.
  • I heard it's freezing in the Frigid Zones right now.
  • I wouldn't survive a day in the Frigid Zones, it's way too cold for me.
  • Her heart felt like the Frigid Zones after he broke up with her.

adjective describing a humid or stuffy atmosphere

  • The weather forecast predicts a muggy day with high humidity levels.
  • It's so muggy outside, I feel like I'm swimming through the air.
  • I can't stand this muggy weather, it's making me sweat buckets.
  • The atmosphere in the room was so tense, it felt muggy with unspoken words hanging in the air.

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun, in this case 'subtropical' describes a climate zone with characteristics of both tropical and temperate climates

  • The subtropical climate of the region allows for a diverse range of flora and fauna to thrive.
  • I love vacationing in subtropical destinations because of the warm weather and beautiful beaches.
  • Let's head down to the subtropical spot for some fun in the sun!
  • Her personality is like a subtropical paradise, warm and inviting to everyone she meets.

noun the state or quality of being rainy

  • The raininess of the region is due to its proximity to the coast.
  • I'm not a fan of the constant raininess we've been having lately.
  • This raininess is really putting a damper on our plans.
  • Her mood matched the raininess of the weather outside.