volcanic
Translation
volcanic
Examples
They studied the volcanic rock.
They studied the volcanic rock.
He has a volcanic temper.
He has a volcanic temper.
Grammar Patterns
volcanic ((noun)) relating to a volcano They saw volcanic ash in the sky.
Similar Words
Synonyms: eruptive, fiery, explosive; Antonyms: calm, placid
Etymology
From 'volcano' plus the adjective-forming suffix '-ic'. 'Volcano' is named after Vulcan, the Roman god of fire.
Memory Tips
Picture Vulcan, the god of fire, working his forge inside a mountain—that's a volcano.