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Geographically - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

geographically

/ˌdʒiəˈɡræfɪkli/ /ˌdʒiːəˈɡræfɪkli/

Definition:

Relating to the physical features or location of a place on Earth.

Synonyms:

spatially, territorially, regionally, topographically

Part of Speech:

adverb

Antonyms:

conceptually, abstractly

Common Collocations:

geographically diverse, geographically isolated, geographically distributed, geographically remote

Derivatives:

geographic, geographical, geographer

Usage Tips:

Use "geographically" to describe how something relates to physical space or location on Earth.

Common Phrases:

geographically speaking, geographically bound, geographically dispersed

Etymology:

Derived from Greek "geographia," meaning "earth description," combining "geo" (earth) and "graphia" (writing).

Examples:

  • 1. The country is geographically diverse with mountains and deserts.
  • 2. Geographically, the island is closer to the mainland than it appears on maps.
  • 3. The study focuses on how communities are geographically distributed.
  • 4. Geographically isolated regions often have unique ecosystems.

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