Aftershock
noun
A smaller earthquake that occurs after a larger one and is a result of the adjustments made in the earth's crust.
The region experienced several aftershocks following the major earthquake last week.
Often appears as...
- seismic activity
- earthquake aftermath
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
An emotional reaction or lingering effects following a traumatic event.
The aftershocks of the political upheaval were felt for years.
Often appears as...
- emotional response
- societal impact
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
A smaller earthquake that occurs after a larger one and is a result of the adjustments made in the earth's crust.
The region experienced several aftershocks following the major earthquake last week.
Often appears as...
- seismic activity
- earthquake aftermath
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
An emotional reaction or lingering effects following a traumatic event.
The aftershocks of the political upheaval were felt for years.
Often appears as...
- emotional response
- societal impact
Usage tips
Neutral
General
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Understanding
Understanding that aftershocks are a natural part of earthquakes helps in disaster preparedness.
After a quake, communities should be ready for possible aftershocks.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Aftershocks
Recognizing that feelings of anxiety can be aftershocks of traumatic events is important for mental health.
Many survivors experienced emotional aftershocks days after the incident.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Interpretations
In various cultures, aftershocks symbolize the lingering effects of past events, often used in literature and art.
In her poem, she describes the aftershocks of war.
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Understanding
Understanding that aftershocks are a natural part of earthquakes helps in disaster preparedness.
After a quake, communities should be ready for possible aftershocks.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Aftershocks
Recognizing that feelings of anxiety can be aftershocks of traumatic events is important for mental health.
Many survivors experienced emotional aftershocks days after the incident.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Interpretations
In various cultures, aftershocks symbolize the lingering effects of past events, often used in literature and art.
In her poem, she describes the aftershocks of war.
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Understanding
Understanding that aftershocks are a natural part of earthquakes helps in disaster preparedness.
After a quake, communities should be ready for possible aftershocks.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Aftershocks
Recognizing that feelings of anxiety can be aftershocks of traumatic events is important for mental health.
Many survivors experienced emotional aftershocks days after the incident.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Interpretations
In various cultures, aftershocks symbolize the lingering effects of past events, often used in literature and art.
In her poem, she describes the aftershocks of war.
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