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

Those instruments are to investigate the subsurface structure of Mars, the geomorphology and geology of surface terrains, as well as look at the meteorology of the atmosphere and the radiation environment. — Leonard David, Space.com, 15 Oct. 2026

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