Synonyms of geomorphology

geomorphology

noun

ˌjē-ə-mȯr-ˈfä-lə-jē 

as in geography

the physical features of a region as a whole

the unique character of desert geomorphology

Synonyms & Similar Words

• geography
• topography
• landscape
• terrain
• chorography
• scenery
• land
• landform
• terrane
• ground
• terrene

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of geomorphology

Some of these questions can be studied by a field called geomorphology, the study of how the Earth’s surface changes, especially by erosion. — Geoff Emberling, The Conversation, 19 May 2026

They are formed from pale gray, jagged mineral rock that UNESCO declared a World Heritage Site 10 years ago because of its exceptional natural beauty and unique geomorphology. — Alex Ledsom, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2026

Scientific research on topics ranging from biology to geomorphology to climate and astrophysics happens in and around the station. — Margaret Osborne, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 Sep. 2023

Hansen’s multidisciplinary studies also have focused on geology, geomorphology and hydrology. — Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2023

The intensive coursework involves several disciplines, including physics, engineering, hydrology, and statistics, calculus, chemistry, and geomorphology. — Steve Larese, Outside Online, 9 Nov. 2022

Factors like the melting rate of ice sheets and glaciers, shifting oceanic circulation patterns, water temperature, tidal range, storm surges, coastal geomorphology and land subsidence will affect local sea-level changes. — David Bressan, Forbes, 1 July 2022