Geology Vocabulary

verb to trouble or harass persistently

adjective surrounded or attacked on all sides

• The small town was beset by a series of natural disasters.
• The team was beset by injuries, making it hard to compete.
• I feel like I'm beset with bad luck lately.
• His mind was beset with doubts and worries, hindering his decision-making process.

noun the lowest part or base of something

adjective of the lowest rank or level

• The ship's bottom was reinforced to withstand rough seas.
• I found my keys at the bottom of my bag.
• She's always got my back, she's my bottom.
• At the bottom of the issue lies a lack of communication.

noun a rounded swelling or protuberance that distorts a flat surface

verb to swell or protrude outwards

• The doctor noticed a bulge in the patient's abdomen during the examination.
• I can see a bulge in your backpack, what do you have in there?
• His wallet was so full it made a bulge in his pocket.
• The bulge of new construction projects in the city is a sign of economic growth.

noun a medical term for tooth decay or cavities

• Dental caries is a common chronic disease caused by bacteria in the mouth.
• I heard that too many sweets can lead to caries in your teeth.
• Eating too much candy will definitely give you cavities.
• Neglecting to take care of your responsibilities can lead to caries in your work performance.

noun A small piece or particle of something

verb To break or fall apart into small pieces, especially as a result of being old or damaged

• The old building began to crumble due to years of neglect.
• I tried to pick up the cookie but it just crumbled in my hand.
• His excuse for being late totally crumbled under scrutiny.
• Her confidence started to crumble after receiving constant criticism.

adjective A term used to describe something that is clear, transparent, and resembling a crystal in appearance or structure.

• The scientist observed the structure of the crystalline compound under a microscope.
• I love how the sunlight makes the crystalline rocks sparkle.
• That new phone case is so shiny and crystalline!
• Her words were like a crystalline stream, clear and pure in their meaning.

verb to form into crystals or take on a crystalline form

• The process of cooling the solution allowed the minerals to crystallize and form beautiful gemstones.
• I left my drink out too long and now the ice has started to crystallize.
• The plan finally crystallized after weeks of brainstorming.
• The idea began to crystallize in her mind as she thought more about it.

verb to form into crystals or cause to take on a crystalline form

• The sugar in the solution gradually crystallized as it cooled.
• I left the tea out too long and now the sugar has crystallized at the bottom.
• I can't believe how quickly that gossip about her crystallized around the office.
• His plan finally crystallized after months of brainstorming.

noun a small, sharp implement used for cutting or piercing

verb to break up, turn over, or remove earth, sand, etc., with a tool or machine

• Archaeologists carefully dig through layers of soil to uncover ancient artifacts.
• I really dig the new song by that band.
• I heard she's digging that new guy she met at the party.
• She had to dig deep to find the courage to speak up in front of the large crowd.

noun the act or process of dissolving or ending something, such as a partnership or organization

• The dissolution of the partnership was finalized after months of negotiations.
• Their breakup led to the dissolution of their friendship.
• I heard Mark and Sarah had a messy split, resulting in the dissolution of their relationship.
• The dissolution of trust between them was evident in their strained interactions.

noun a continuous slow movement from one place to another

verb to be carried slowly by a current of air or water

• The boat began to drift aimlessly in the open sea.
• I love watching the clouds drift by on a lazy afternoon.
• Let's drift over to the park and hang out for a bit.
• Her mind started to drift away from the conversation as she daydreamed.

noun a basic or essential part or principle

adjective relating to the basic or essential parts of something

• The study of chemistry focuses on the elemental composition of substances.
• I love watching documentaries about elemental forces like fire and water.
• That new video game is so cool, it's like you can control elemental powers!
• In literature, the storm served as an elemental force symbolizing the protagonist's internal turmoil.

noun an act of opening one's mouth wide and inhaling deeply due to surprise or wonder

verb to open one's mouth wide and inhale deeply due to surprise or wonder

• The audience sat in silence, their mouths agape as the orchestra began to play.
• I couldn't help but gape at the size of the burger on my plate.
• She walked into the party and everyone's jaws just dropped, we were all gaping at her outfit.
• His mind was left gaping with disbelief at the news of his promotion.

noun a small spherical particle or droplet

• Under the microscope, the scientist observed a tiny globule of liquid within the sample.
• I accidentally spilled a globule of ketchup on my shirt.
• The slime monster in the movie was oozing green globules everywhere.
• Her tears formed into tiny globules on her cheeks as she cried.

noun a combining form used in the names of sciences or bodies of knowledge, such as biology or theology

• The study of rocks and minerals is known as geology.
• I find geology fascinating because it helps us understand the Earth's history.
• I'm taking a class on rock 'n' roll geology - it's all about the history of music!
• Her mind was a jumbled mess, like a geology of thoughts and emotions.

adjective having lumps or uneven thickness; full of lumps

• The scientist observed the lumpy texture of the rock sample under the microscope.
• I don't like the lumpy gravy that grandma makes for Thanksgiving dinner.
• The mattress in the guest room is so lumpy, it's like sleeping on rocks.
• The lumpy road ahead symbolizes the challenges we will face on our journey.

adjective an adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'massive' describes the noun it is referring to as being very large or substantial.

• The company announced a massive increase in profits this quarter.
• I can't believe how massive that burger is!
• That concert was a massive hit, everyone loved it!
• Her love for music is a massive part of her life.

noun a large single upright block of stone, especially one shaped into or serving as a pillar or monument

• The ancient monolith stood tall in the center of the town square.
• Have you seen that huge monolith in the park?
• That monolith is massive, dude!
• The new skyscraper was like a modern monolith in the city skyline.

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence, in this case, the act of inserting or filling a hole or gap with something

• The technician is plugging in the power cord to start the machine.
• I'll be plugging in my phone to charge it up.
• I'm plugging away at my homework before the deadline.
• She's always plugging her business in conversations to get more clients.

noun the bending of light when it passes from one medium to another

• The refraction of light through a prism results in the separation of colors.
• When light goes through a prism, it bends and makes a rainbow.
• Dude, did you see that light show? It was like the refraction was off the charts!
• Her perspective on the situation underwent a refraction, leading to a new understanding.

noun an area of disturbed or uneven ground; rough terrain

adjective having an uneven or irregular surface; not smooth or level

• The rough terrain made it difficult for the hikers to navigate.
• I had a rough day at work today.
• That party was a bit rough, but we still had fun.
• Going through a rough patch in a relationship can be challenging.

noun a small piece or fragment of a brittle substance, typically glass, metal, or stone

• The archaeologist carefully excavated the shard of pottery from the ancient site.
• I found a shard of glass in my shoe and it really hurt!
• That breakup was like a shard to the heart, it's gonna take time to heal.
• The artist used the shard of mirror to reflect different perspectives in her artwork.

verb to make or become solid, hard, or firm

adjective having been made or become solid, hard, or firm

• The mixture was heated until it solidified into a hard substance.
• I left the chocolate in the fridge and it solidified into a tasty treat.
• The gossip about her quickly solidified into a juicy rumor.
• After years of hard work, his reputation as a reliable employee solidified.

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• The scientist examined the speck of dust under the microscope.
• I can't believe you found a speck of dirt on my shirt already!
• I told you to clean up every speck in this room before mom gets home.
• In the vast universe, our planet is just a tiny speck of dust.

noun a large, bright meteor that explodes in the atmosphere

• A bolide is a large, bright meteor that explodes in the atmosphere.
• Did you see that bolide streak across the sky last night?
• That bolide was lit!
• Her singing voice was like a bolide, captivating everyone in the room.

noun a mineral that is a variety of scapolite, typically occurring in white or colorless crystals

• Abelite is a rare mineral that is often found in metamorphic rocks.
• I heard that abelite is really hard to come by, only found in certain geological formations.
• Yo, check out this abelite I found on my hike, it's so cool!
• Her kindness was like a precious abelite, rare and valuable in a world full of negativity.

noun a person who is a member of the Abukuma clan in Japan

• Abukumalite is a rare mineral found in certain geological formations.
• I read an article about abukumalite being discovered in a remote cave.
• Hey, did you hear about that new abukumalite craze going around?
• His personality is like abukumalite - hard to find but truly valuable.