Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
anticyclone
Noun
/ˈæntiˌsaɪ.kloʊn/
Definition
An anticyclone is a weather system characterized by high atmospheric pressure at its center, with lower pressure surrounding it.
Examples
- The anticyclone brought a week of sunny weather to the region.
- As the anticyclone settled in, temperatures began to rise steadily.
- During an anticyclone, humidity levels often drop, leading to dry conditions.
Meaning
It refers to a system of winds that rotate around a center of high pressure, often leading to clear skies and fair weather.
Synonyms
- High-pressure area
- High
- Pressure system
