Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
seismic change
phrase
/ˈsaɪzmɪk ʧeɪndʒ/
Definition
A significant and often sudden shift or transformation, especially in a situation or condition.
Examples
- The introduction of the internet has caused a seismic change in how we communicate.
- Climate change is expected to bring about seismic changes in global weather patterns.
- The economic crisis led to seismic changes in the job market.
Meaning
Seismic change refers to an event or process that leads to major shifts in circumstances, perceptions, or structures, similar to how an earthquake can drastically alter the landscape.
Synonyms
- radical shift
- transformative change
- profound alteration
- major disruption
