coastal

adjective C1

Meaning

Pertaining to or situated on the coast; often used to describe geographical regions, ecosystems, or phenomena that are influenced by their proximity to the sea, encompassing both physical and cultural dimensions of coastal areas.
💡 The term "coastal" is frequently used in environmental and geographical contexts; however, it is important to distinguish it from "marine," which specifically refers to the open sea rather than the interface between land and sea.

Example Sentences

Coastal erosion significantly impacts biodiversity and local ecosystems .
The coastal region experiences mild weather throughout the entire year .
The company plans to expand its coastal operations next quarter .
The government implemented new regulations to protect coastal ecosystems effectively .

Never forget "coastal"

Set a daily goal, reinforce with word cards and games, and track your progress in the Vocab5000 app — learn every C1 level word permanently with our science-based repetition system.

Vocab5000