isoseismal

/aɪsəʊˈsizməl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or denoting an earthquake of a certain magnitude or intensity, as indicated by the area affected

“The isoseismal map helped scientists determine the epicenter of the earthquake.”

2. noun

a line or area on a seismic map that marks the region affected by an earthquake of a specified intensity

“The isoseismal of the earthquake was marked on the map to help emergency responders.”

Synonyms

  • earthquake
  • seismic

Antonyms

  • aseismic