igneous
adjective/ˈɪɡniəs/
Frequency rank: #15,580 most common English word
Meaning
Relating to rock formed by solidification of molten magma.
Example sentence
The geologist explained that granite is igneous rock formed from cooled magma.
Synonyms & related words
- volcanic
- magmatic
- plutonic
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