Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
terremoto
noun
ter-re-MO-to
Definition
A sudden shaking of the ground caused by movements in the Earth’s tectonic plates.
Examples
- The terremoto that struck the region caused widespread damage.
- After the terremoto, many buildings were left unstable and in need of repair.
- Scientists measure the intensity of a terremoto using a seismometer.
Meaning
An earthquake, which can vary in intensity and cause destruction depending on its magnitude and depth.
Synonyms
- earthquake
- seismic event
- quake