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metamorphic Definition

meta·mor·phic (met′ə môr′fik)

adjective

of, characterized by, causing, or formed by metamorphism or metamorphosis

metamorphic Synonyms

metamorphic

modif.

variable, unstable, mobile, versatile; see changeable 2, growing.

metamorphic Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • petrology: Students studying structural geology in one term and metamorphic petrology in the next are able to synthesize information they obtain from both courses.
  • rock: Hard, fine grained, metamorphic rock, with varying dark shades.
  • assemblage: Overall nature of the unit This unit consists of a variety of metamorphic assemblages which can he considered to be metasedimentary in origin.
  • evolution: Thermal and mechanical models for the structural and metamorphic evolution of the Zanskar High Himalaya.
  • fluid: Newton, R.C. ( 1989 ): Metamorphic fluids in the deep crust.
  • reaction: For a new mineral to grow as a result of a prograde metamorphic reaction, a number of processes must operate in concert.