glacial in English
- glacial⇄adv. glacially.
- glacial⇄glacial, adjective.
1. of ice or glaciers; having much ice or many glaciers.
Ex. During the glacial period, much of the Northern Hemisphere was covered with great ice sheets.
2. of or having to do with a glacial epoch or period.
glacial in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
glacial in Sindhi سنڌي
glacial in Tamil தமிழ்
Glacial
Part of Speech
Adjective
Pronunciation
/ˈɡleɪ.ʃəl/ or /ˈɡleɪ.si.əl/
Definitions
- Relating to or resembling ice or glaciers.
- Extremely cold in temperature.
- Very slow-moving or lacking warmth in manner.
Usage Examples
- The region was covered in glacial ice during the Ice Age.
- A glacial wind swept through the mountains.
- Her response was glacial, indicating disapproval.
Etymology
From Latin glaciālis, meaning "icy" or "frozen," derived from glaciēs (ice).
Synonyms
- Frigid
- Frozen
- Cold
- Slow
Antonyms
- Warm
- Hot
- Rapid
- Friendly
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| French | Glacial | /ɡla.sjal/ |
| Spanish | Glacial | /ɡlaˈsjal/ |
| German | Gletscherartig | /ˈɡlɛtʃɐˌaʁtɪç/ |
| Hindi | हिमानी (Himani) | /hɪˈmɑː.ni/ |
| Mandarin Chinese | 冰川的 (Bīngchuān de) | /piŋ˥˩ ʈʂʰwan˥ tə/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- British English: /ˈɡleɪ.ʃəl/
- American English: /ˈɡleɪ.si.əl/
Historical Usage
The term "glacial" has been used since the 17th century to describe icy conditions and later adopted metaphorically to describe slow movement or cold behavior.
Cultural Nuances
In scientific contexts, "glacial" refers to geological periods of intense cold. In literature, it can describe emotional detachment or an unwelcoming attitude.
More Information
The glacial period, also known as the Ice Age, shaped much of Earth's geography. The term is frequently used in climate science, literature, and everyday language to describe extreme cold or slowness.