Abyssal (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Relating to ocean depths from 2000 to 5000 meters.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The abyssal plain stretched out before the deep-sea submersible like an endless desert.
- Abyssal fish have evolved to survive in the harsh conditions of the deep ocean, where the pressure is extreme and the light is scarce.
- The scientists were thrilled to discover a vast abyssal trench, teeming with strange and exotic creatures that had never been seen before.
- The warm water of the abyssal thermal vents created a unique ecosystem, supporting a community of organisms that relied on the chemical energy.
- Abyssal sediments, such as those found in the Mariana Trench, can provide valuable insights into the Earth's geological history, including information about ocean currents and climate change.
Related Words
Meaning 2
Resembling an abyss in depth; so deep as to be unmeasurable; "the abyssal depths of the ocean".
Classification
All adjective clusters.