Barometric (Adjective)
Meaning
Relating to atmospheric pressure or indicated by a barometer; "barometric pressure".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The barometric pressure dropped significantly before the storm hit, causing the fishermen to head back to shore.
- The changes in barometric pressure made her arthritic joints ache more than usual.
- A sudden increase in barometric pressure can cause sinus headaches in some people.
- The ship's captain watched the barometric pressure readings closely, anticipating a major storm on the horizon.
- The barometric pressure gauge on the home weather station helped him determine the best time to water his plants.