geomagnetic

adjective

geo·​mag·​net·​ic ˌjē-ō-mag-ˈne-tik How to pronounce geomagnetic (audio)
: of or relating to terrestrial magnetism
geomagnetically adverb
geomagnetism noun

Examples of geomagnetic in a Sentence

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While recent solar conditions have been relatively calm, forecasters note subtle shifts in solar wind patterns that could enhance geomagnetic activity just enough to bring the aurora farther south than usual. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026 If geomagnetic activity briefly intensifies beyond forecast levels, auroras could extend slightly farther south into parts of states such as New York, Vermont and New Hampshire. Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2026 While the weekend's geomagnetic activity is beginning to wind down, the show may not be completely over yet. Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 23 Mar. 2026 By Saturday night, geomagnetic activity weakens and retreats north, making aurora visibility in Iowa unlikely or very limited. Lucia Cheng, Des Moines Register, 20 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for geomagnetic

Word History

First Known Use

1904, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of geomagnetic was in 1904

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“Geomagnetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/geomagnetic. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.

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geomagnetic

adjective
geo·​mag·​net·​ic ˌjē-ō-mag-ˈnet-ik How to pronounce geomagnetic (audio)
: of or relating to the magnetism of the earth
geomagnetism noun
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