What is another word for earthquake?
Pronunciation: [ˈɜːθkwe͡ɪk] (IPA) 
Earthquakes are natural phenomena that cause widespread damage and can be catastrophic. There are several synonyms for the word "earthquake" such as tremor, quake, seism, and shock. A tremor is a minor earthquake usually less than 5.0 on the Richter scale. Quake refers to a sudden and violent shaking of the earth's crust, which can cause buildings and structures to collapse. A seism is another term for an earthquake, derived from the Greek word "seismos," meaning "to shake." The word shock is used to refer to a sudden and violent jolt or vibration that shakes the ground. All these words denote a significant geological event, which requires urgent attention and intervention.
