PART OF SPEECH – Adjective
PRONUNCIATION – /ˈsaɪz.mɪk/
SOUND – SAIZ-mik
MEANING
1. Relating to earthquakes or earth vibrations – Used to describe natural events or activities that are caused by or related to the movement of the Earth’s crust.
Example: The region is prone to seismic activity.
2. Extremely important or impactful – Describing something that causes a major effect or change.
EXAMPLE
The resignation of the CEO had a seismic effect on the company.