geographic

adjective

geo·​graph·​ic ˌjē-ə-ˈgra-fik How to pronounce geographic (audio)
variants or geographical
1
: of or relating to geography
2
: belonging to or characteristic of a particular region
the geographic features of Ohio
geographically adverb

Examples of geographic in a Sentence

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Diversity in clinical trials is also an issue, as underrepresentation of racial, ethnic and geographic groups in trials can lead to gaps in treatment effectiveness. Sujay Jadhav, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025 These many watering holes are reflective of the Lone Star state's varied geographic regions, from bald cypress swamps to mountainous desert lakes. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 31 May 2025 Taiwan's geographic position in the first island chain of U.S. allies and partners in the region, its manufacture of critical semiconductors and advanced chips, and its status as a democracy in East Asia lend the island vast strategic significance to Washington. Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 May 2025 That’s not too surprising, considering Campania’s geographic location. Opheli Garcia Lawler, Travel + Leisure, 29 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for geographic

Word History

Etymology

see geography

First Known Use

1559, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of geographic was in 1559

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“Geographic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/geographic. Accessed 7 Jun. 2025.

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