geostatic

/ˌdʒiːəˈstætɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or caused by the Earth’s gravitational pull, especially in the study of tectonics and geology.

“The geostatic forces acting on the mountain range resulted in a significant shift in its structure over time.”

Synonyms

  • gravitational
  • terrestrial

Antonyms

  • atmospheric
  • orbital