Weather And Climate Vocabulary

adjective relating to or occurring in summer

• The aestival equinox marks the beginning of summer in the Northern Hemisphere.
• I love taking aestival walks in the park during the summer.
• Let's hit the beach for an aestival party this weekend!
• Her aestival personality always brings a sense of warmth and joy to any gathering.

adjective describing the depth of something as reaching up to the ankle

adverb modifying a verb or adjective to describe the depth as being up to the ankle

• The floodwaters were ankle deep in the streets after the heavy rain.
• I stepped into a puddle and got my shoes ankle deep in water.
• I was ankle deep in homework last night, it took me hours to finish.
• She was ankle deep in debt and didn't know how to get out of it.

noun A natural electrical phenomenon characterized by the appearance of streamers of reddish or greenish light in the sky, usually near the northern or southern magnetic pole.

• The aurora borealis is a natural light display in the Earth's sky, predominantly seen in the high-latitude regions.
• I can't wait to see the aurora tonight, it's supposed to be really bright!
• The aurora is like nature's own light show, it's so cool!
• Her smile lit up the room like an aurora in the night sky.

noun a flower or blossom

verb to produce flowers; to come into full beauty or health

• The flowers began to bloom in the springtime, adding color to the garden.
• I love when all the flowers start blooming, it makes everything look so pretty.
• That new cafe is really starting to bloom, everyone's talking about it.
• Her talent for art really began to bloom after she started taking classes.

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adjective relating to or characteristic of the dog days of summer

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• The canicular period is known for its extremely hot and dry weather.
• During the canicular days, it's best to stay indoors where it's cool.
• I can't stand this canicular heat, it's unbearable!
• The tension in the room was palpable, like the canicular heat of midsummer.

noun the scientific study of climate and weather patterns

• Climatology is the scientific study of climate patterns and trends over a long period of time.
• I find climatology fascinating because it helps us understand the weather better.
• Climatology may sound boring, but it's actually pretty cool.
• In the vast landscape of climatology, we are just beginning to scratch the surface of understanding climate dynamics.

verb a word that expresses an action or a state of being, in this case 'condensed' is the past tense of the verb 'condense', meaning to make something more compact or concentrated

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case 'condensed' describes something that has been made more compact or concentrated

• The scientist published a paper on the condensed matter physics.
• I prefer condensed milk in my coffee instead of regular milk.
• Let's watch the condensed version of the movie instead of the full one.
• His speech was so condensed that it left the audience wanting more.

noun a period of time during which one relaxes or calms down

verb to become less angry or agitated; to relax or calm down

• After a heated argument, it's important to take a break and cool off before continuing the discussion.
• Let's go grab some ice cream to cool off from this hot weather.
• I need to chill out and cool off before I say something I regret.
• Sometimes you just need to take a step back and cool off before making a decision.

noun moisture or wetness that makes something slightly wet

• The dampness in the basement is causing mold to grow on the walls.
• I hate the dampness in this old house - it makes everything feel musty.
• The dampness in the air is making my hair frizz up like crazy.
• The dampness of her eyes betrayed her true emotions.

noun the natural light of the day

adjective pertaining to or characteristic of daylight

• The daylight slowly faded as the sun set behind the mountains.
• I love waking up to the bright daylight streaming through my window.
• Let's hang out until daylight and see where the night takes us.
• She brought light into my life, like a ray of daylight in the darkness.

noun a person who is slow to understand things, not very intelligent

adjective describes something that is closely compacted together, having parts that are close together

• The forest was so dense that it was difficult to see more than a few feet ahead.
• The traffic in the city was so dense that it took me twice as long to get to work.
• The party was so dense, I could barely move around to talk to anyone.
• The author's writing style is quite dense, making it challenging for some readers to follow.

noun a diurnal plant or animal

adjective relating to or occurring in the daytime; daily

• Diurnal animals are active during the day and sleep at night.
• I prefer diurnal creatures because I like being awake during the day.
• Those diurnal birds are always up early making noise.
• His diurnal routine keeps him on track and productive during the day.

noun a period of hot, sultry weather occurring during the summer months

• The dog days of summer are typically the hottest and most oppressive days of the season.
• I always feel so lazy during the dog days of summer.
• I can't wait for the dog days to be over so we can start school again.
• During the dog days of the project, everyone was feeling burnt out and unmotivated.

verb to soak or saturate thoroughly with liquid

adjective causing something or someone to become completely wet

• The heavy rain was drenching the fields, causing concern for potential flooding.
• I got caught in the drenching rain without an umbrella.
• The drenching downpour was a real bummer for our plans.
• Her words were drenching with sarcasm, leaving everyone in the room feeling uncomfortable.

noun a state or quality of being dry

• The dryness of the desert climate can be challenging for many plant species.
• My skin gets so itchy and flaky from the dryness in the winter.
• I hate how my hair gets all frizzy because of the dryness in the air.
• The dryness in their relationship was evident by their lack of communication.

adjective calm and even-tempered; not easily disturbed or angered

• His equable temperament allowed him to remain calm in any situation.
• She has always been an equable person, never getting too worked up about anything.
• I wish I could be as equable as him, always keeping my cool.
• The equable flow of the river symbolized the steady rhythm of life.

verb to change from a liquid to a vapor or gas, often as a result of heat

• The water will eventually evaporate due to the high temperatures.
• If you leave the cup of water out, it will just evaporate.
• I forgot to put the lid on the pot, so all the water just evaporated.
• His hopes of winning the competition seemed to evaporate as he watched his opponent's flawless performance.

verb to change from a liquid to a vapor; to disappear or fade away

• The water in the container slowly evaporated due to the high temperatures.
• I left the milk out on the counter and it totally evaporated overnight.
• I swear, as soon as I put the money down, it evaporated into thin air.
• Her hopes of winning the competition evaporated when she realized she had made a critical mistake.

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.

noun a fierce or angry stare

verb to stare fiercely or angrily

• The professor fixed a stern glare on the student who was talking during the lecture.
• I could feel my mom's disapproving glare from across the room.
• The bouncer gave us a mean glare when we tried to sneak in without IDs.
• The spotlight on the stage was so bright, it felt like a glare in my eyes.

noun a small cut or wound

verb to feed on growing grass

• The cattle were allowed to graze in the pasture for several hours each day.
• The sheep graze on the hillside all day long.
• Let's go graze on some snacks at the buffet.
• His mind would often graze over the memories of his childhood.

noun The form of energy that is transferred between substances at different temperatures

verb To make something hot or warm

• The heat from the sun can cause dehydration if you're not properly hydrated.
• I can't stand this heat, it's making me sweat buckets!
• Let's crank up the heat and have a wild party tonight!
• The intense competition in the market is really turning up the heat on smaller businesses.

noun a light fast motorboat designed to skim over the surface of water

verb to slide on a wet road because a thin layer of water on the road causes the tires to lose contact with it

• The driver lost control of the car and it began to hydroplane on the wet road.
• I had to slow down because my car started to hydroplane in the rain.
• I almost hydroplaned into the guardrail during the storm.
• Her thoughts seemed to hydroplane through her mind, never fully landing on one idea.

noun the amount of solar radiation received by a specific area or region

adjective relating to or caused by the sun's radiation

• Insolation refers to the exposure of an object or area to the sun's rays.
• Make sure you protect yourself from insolation by wearing sunscreen at the beach.
• I got a nasty sunburn from too much insolation during my vacation.
• The insolation of her ideas led to a breakthrough in the research project.

noun a cardinal point of the compass, lying in the direction opposite to south and at right angles to east and west.

adjective situated or placed toward the north; directed or proceeding toward the north.

adverb toward or in the north.

• The North region of the country experiences colder temperatures during the winter months.
• I heard it's pretty chilly up North this time of year.
• The North is where all the cool kids hang out.
• She always heads North when she needs some time to think and reflect.

noun A building or place equipped and used for making observations of astronomical, meteorological, or other natural phenomena.

• The astronomers used the observatory to study the movement of the stars.
• Let's go check out the observatory and see if we can spot any cool planets.
• The observatory is where all the star-gazers hang out.
• The new telescope acted as an observatory for the CEO to keep an eye on the company's progress.

noun the beginning or start of something

• The onset of winter brought with it a drop in temperatures.
• I always feel a bit down at the onset of Mondays.
• I can't believe the onset of finals week is already here.
• The onset of a new relationship can be both exciting and nerve-wracking.

noun the outer side, surface, or part; exterior

adjective located on or relating to the outer side or surface of something

adverb on or to the outer side or surface of something

• Please refrain from playing music too loudly outside after 10 PM.
• Let's go hang out outside for some fresh air.
• I'm so over this drama, let's take it outside!
• She kept her emotions hidden, but deep down she was screaming on the inside and crying on the outside.

noun a quick and sudden movement or action

verb to jump or dive quickly and energetically

• The stock market took a sudden plunge yesterday, causing concern among investors.
• I heard that ticket prices for the concert have taken a plunge, so we should buy them now.
• I can't believe she took the plunge and got a tattoo on her arm!
• After her breakup, she felt like she was in a free fall, unable to stop the emotional plunge.

noun a substance that is separated from a solution as a solid

verb to cause (something) to happen quickly or suddenly

adjective done, made, or acting suddenly or without careful consideration

• The addition of a certain chemical can precipitate a reaction in the solution.
• Adding too much salt can precipitate the pasta cooking faster.
• Her rude comment really precipitated a fight between them.
• The sudden change in weather seemed to precipitate a shift in mood for the group.

noun a device that uses radio waves to detect the presence, direction, distance, and speed of objects such as aircraft, ships, and motor vehicles

• The radar system detected an incoming aircraft.
• The radar picked up a plane heading our way.
• The radar caught a blip on the screen.
• Her radar for detecting lies is always spot on.

noun a stack of hay, straw, or similar material

verb to pile or stack into a rick

• Rick is a diligent employee who always completes his tasks on time.
• I heard Rick got a promotion at work, good for him!
• Rick is such a cool dude, always down for a good time.
• When faced with a challenge, Rick always finds a way to navigate through it.

noun a celestial body that orbits around a planet

adjective relating to or characteristic of a satellite

• The satellite was launched into orbit to gather data on weather patterns.
• I heard they're sending a new satellite into space to study the atmosphere.
• That satellite is gonna be taking some sick pics of Earth, bro.
• Her mind was like a satellite, constantly picking up new information and ideas.

noun a slight amount or degree of difference

verb to represent the effect of shade or shadow on

• The tree provided ample shade on a hot summer day.
• Let's sit in the shade over there.
• I'm just throwing shade at her because she's always so rude.
• His words cast a shade over their friendship.

noun a spray of water blown from the crests of waves by the wind

• The spindrift from the crashing waves coated the deck of the ship.
• We got soaked by the spindrift while standing on the beach.
• I love feeling the spindrift in my face while surfing.
• Her thoughts were like spindrift, fleeting and hard to grasp.

noun the light or illumination from the sun

adjective describing the quality or characteristics of the light from the sun

• The plants in the greenhouse require a certain amount of sunlight to thrive.
• I love sitting outside in the sunlight, it always boosts my mood.
• Let's go catch some rays in the sunlight at the beach.
• Her smile was like a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day.

noun a gradual increase in size or volume

verb to increase in size or volume, especially as a result of pressure or accumulation

adjective excellent or very good

adverb in a very good or excellent manner

• The doctor noted that the patient's swollen ankle was beginning to swell even more.
• I can feel my cheeks starting to swell up from all the food I've been eating.
• I heard that party was so lit, it made my heart swell with joy.
• As the music swelled, the emotions of the audience reached a peak.

noun a broad, flat area of land that is higher than the surrounding land

• The tableland region is characterized by its flat terrain and high elevation.
• Let's go for a hike up on the tableland, the views are amazing!
• I heard there's a sick party happening on the tableland tonight.
• His mind was like a vast tableland, open and ready to absorb new ideas.

noun a wind blowing in the same direction as the motion of the object it affects

• The airplane was able to reach its destination faster thanks to the strong tail wind.
• We should have a smooth flight with the tail wind pushing us along.
• With this tail wind, we'll be cruising in no time!
• Having luck on your side is like having a tail wind in life, propelling you forward effortlessly.

noun the process of ice, snow, or another frozen substance becoming liquid or soft as a result of warming up

adjective becoming liquid or soft as a result of warming up

• The process of thawing frozen food should be done slowly in the refrigerator.
• I forgot to take the chicken out of the freezer for thawing, so now we have to wait.
• I'm just gonna nuke this in the microwave for a quick thawing.
• After months of not speaking, their icy relationship showed signs of thawing.

noun the lowest region of the Earth's atmosphere, where most weather phenomena occur

• The troposphere is the lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere, where most weather phenomena occur.
• Planes fly in the troposphere because it's the layer closest to the ground.
• I heard it's pretty turbulent in the troposphere today, so hold on tight!
• In the troposphere of social media, trends come and go quickly.

adjective characterized by conflict, disorder, or confusion; not stable or calm

• The company faced turbulent times during the economic recession.
• The road trip was pretty turbulent with all the construction and detours.
• The party last night was so turbulent, I can't believe we all made it home in one piece.
• Her emotions were turbulent, like a storm brewing inside her.

adjective describing something that was not foreseen or expected

• The unprecedented increase in sales was an unpredicted outcome of the marketing campaign.
• The sudden rainstorm was unpredicted, so we got caught without umbrellas.
• The plot twist in the movie was totally unpredicted - no one saw it coming!
• Her unpredicted decision to quit her job and travel the world left everyone shocked.

noun Vayu can also refer to the wind element in Ayurveda, representing movement and circulation in the body.

• Vayu is the Hindu god of wind in Indian mythology.
• I heard that Vayu is the fastest runner in our town.
• I bet Vayu can blow away anyone in a race.
• His passion for music is like Vayu's unstoppable force of wind.

noun the state or fact of being able to see or be seen

adjective visible or able to be seen

• The fog reduced visibility on the roads, causing delays for commuters.
• I couldn't see anything with the low visibility during the storm.
• The visibility was so bad, I couldn't even see my hand in front of my face.
• As a leader, it's important to maintain visibility and transparency with your team.

noun the process of becoming warm or warmer

adjective causing a sensation of heat

• Global warming is a pressing issue that requires immediate attention from world leaders.
• Hey, have you heard about the crazy weather patterns lately? It's all because of global warming.
• Dude, the planet is totally heating up because of all this global warming stuff.
• The idea of global warming is like a warning sign from Mother Nature telling us to take better care of the planet.

adjective relating to or characteristic of a monsoon

• The region experiences heavy rainfall during the monsoonal season.
• We always get caught in the monsoonal downpours when we forget our umbrellas.
• I heard the monsoonal weather is going to be a real doozy this year.
• The monsoonal flow of customers into the store during the sale was overwhelming.

noun the period of time before noon

adjective occurring before noon

• The meeting is scheduled for 10:00 antemeridian.
• Let's meet at 10:00 in the morning.
• We're meeting bright and early at 10:00.
• The day begins with opportunities at the antemeridian hour.

noun a fictional season that combines winter and autumn characteristics

• The wintern season in this region typically brings heavy snowfall and frigid temperatures.
• I love cozying up by the fireplace during wintern nights.
• Let's go hit the slopes and shred some gnarly wintern powder!
• Her heart felt like a barren wasteland in the wintern of her loneliness.

noun A word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. In this case, 'year' is a noun as it represents a period of time.

adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun. In this case, 'abundant' is an adjective that describes the year as being plentiful or having a large amount of something.

• The region experienced an abundant year in terms of rainfall, resulting in a bountiful harvest.
• We had an abundant year at the farmers market - the produce was overflowing!
• Dude, last year was so abundant with opportunities, I couldn't keep up!
• She considered it an abundant year in terms of personal growth and self-discovery.

verb to become accustomed to a new climate or environment

• It is important to acclimatise to the high altitude before attempting the climb.
• Give yourself some time to acclimatise to the new job environment.
• I need to acclimatise to this new group of friends before I feel comfortable around them.
• She needed to acclimatise to the idea of living in a foreign country before making the move.

verb to become accustomed to a new climate or environment

• After a few days of hiking, the climbers were fully acclimatized to the high altitude.
• It took some time, but eventually I acclimatized to the new office environment.
• I was totally acclimatized to the party scene after a few weekends of going out.
• She had acclimatized to the fast-paced lifestyle of the city, learning to adapt quickly to new challenges.

noun a person or thing that helps someone or something adjust to a new climate or environment

• The acclimatizer was used to help the new employees adjust to the high altitude of the mountain office.
• The acclimatizer made it easier for me to get used to the cold weather in the new city.
• I heard that acclimatizers are a must-have for anyone planning to travel to high altitude areas.
• Learning to meditate was like an acclimatizer for my mind, helping me adjust to the stresses of daily life.

noun a type of precipitation that has high levels of acidity, typically caused by pollutants in the atmosphere such as sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides

• The environmental impact of acid precipitation on aquatic ecosystems is a growing concern.
• Acid rain is really bad for the environment.
• Man, that acid rain is messing everything up.
• The acid precipitation of negativity in our community is eroding away at our unity.

noun a type of rain or other precipitation that is unnaturally acidic due to the presence of pollutants such as sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides in the atmosphere

• The environmental impact of acid rain on aquatic ecosystems is well-documented.
• I heard that acid rain can really mess up the lakes and rivers.
• Dude, acid rain is like nature's way of giving Earth a bad hair day.
• The constant criticism from her boss felt like acid rain on her self-esteem.

noun a rhetorical device in which a speaker or writer uses exaggerated language to create a dramatic effect

• The professor's lecture on aeolism in ancient Greek literature was fascinating.
• I didn't understand a word of the aeolism the poet was using in that poem.
• I can't believe how much aeolism is in this book, it's so hard to follow.
• The politician's speech was full of aeolism, trying to obscure the true meaning of his policies.

adverb relating to or performed in the air or sky; from the air

• The aerially survey conducted by the research team provided detailed information about the landscape.
• I love watching aerially footage of cities from drones.
• The drone captured some sick aerially shots of the skate park.
• Her mind was able to soar aerially, imagining endless possibilities.