Synonyms for

Geography

Verb / dʒi:ˈɑ:grʌfi: / Another word for geography — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Geography is the study of the earth's physical features, such as mountains, rivers, and oceans, as well as its human features, such as cities and cultures.

Synonyms & similar words

geographics cartography topography terrain landscape geology ecology geopolitics geomorphology oceanography meteorology climatology

Synonyms by register

Formal

geology topography physiography

Literary

earthlore terrene study

Common collocations

  • human geography
  • physical geography
  • economic geography
  • political geography
  • historical geography
  • cultural geography
  • world geography
  • study of geography

Word family

noun geography
adjective geographic
adverb geographically

Usage note

Geography refers to the study of the physical features of the earth and its atmosphere, and of human activity as it affects and is affected by these. It is not typically used with direct antonyms.

Example sentences

  1. My geography teacher taught us about the different continents and oceans.
  2. I enjoy looking at maps and learning about the geography of different places.
  3. Geography helped me understand why some countries have more resources than others.
  4. The study of geography is important for understanding the impact of climate change on different regions.
  5. Urban geography focuses on the study of cities and their populations.

Quotes

  • Geography is an earthly subject, but a heavenly science. - Edmund Burke
  • Geography is the key, the crucial accident of birth. - John McPhee
  • Geography is destiny. - Abraham Verghese

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