glacial
|gla-cial|
/ˈɡleɪʃəl/
ice-related, slow, cold
Etymology
'glacial' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'glacialis,' where 'glacies' meant 'ice.'
'glacialis' transformed into the French word 'glacial,' and eventually became the modern English word 'glacial' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to ice,' but over time it evolved to include meanings related to slowness and coldness in demeanor.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to, resulting from, or denoting the presence or agency of ice, especially in the form of glaciers.
The glacial landscape was breathtaking.
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Adjective 2
extremely slow, like the movement of a glacier.
Progress on the project was glacial.
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Adjective 3
coldly indifferent; lacking warmth or friendliness.
Her glacial stare made him uncomfortable.
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Last updated: 2025/02/26 23:36