porphyrite

/ˈpɔrfəraɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of igneous rock, typically dark in color and containing a mixture of minerals including feldspar, pyroxene, and olivine.

“The geologist studied the porphyrite formation in the ancient volcanic region.”

Synonyms

  • igneous rock
  • volcanic rock

Antonyms

  • metamorphic rock
  • sedimentary rock