subnuvolar

/sʌbnjuːˈvoʊlər/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or occurring below the nuvola, a cloud or collection of cloud masses

“The subnuvolar clouds obscured the view from the mountain top.”

2. noun

a subnuvola, a small cloud or collection of cloud masses, especially one that is relatively low-lying

“The subnuvolar formed over the valley and eventually developed into a full-fledged thunderstorm.”

Synonyms

  • subcloud
  • undercloud

Antonyms

  • circumstratus
  • supracumulus