Meaning & Definition of word "Climatic"

Climatic

/klaɪˈmætɪk/

adjective:

  • 1. Related to climate or the prevailing weather conditions.
    • Example: The climatic changes over the past century have been drastic.
  • 2. Influenced by or affecting the climate.
    • Example: The climatic conditions in the region are ideal for growing grapes.
  • 3. Characteristic of a specific climate.
    • Example: The climatic patterns in the tropics differ significantly from those in polar regions.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek word 'klima', meaning inclination or region.

Common Phrases and Expressions

climatic change:

Long-term significant changes in the global climate.

climatic conditions:

The prevailing weather conditions in a specific area.

climatic zone:

A region classified according to its climate characteristics.

Related Words

climate:

The average weather conditions in a particular area over a long period.

weather:

The state of the atmosphere at a specific place and time.

atmosphere:

The envelope of gases surrounding the planet.

Slang Meanings of climatic