Antonyms for extrusive
| Grammar : Adj |
| Spell : ik-stroo-siv, -ziv |
| Phonetic Transcription : ɪkˈstru sɪv, -zɪv |
Definition of extrusive
Origin :- 1816, from Latin extrusus, past participle of extrudere (see extrusion) + -ive. Related: Extrusively.
- As in prominent : adj sticking out; conspicuous
- Deposits formed at shallow depths are related to extrusive rocks and to intrusives near the surface.
- Extract from : « The Economic Aspect of Geology » by C. K. Leith
Synonyms for extrusive
- arresting
- beetling
- bulging
- easily seen
- embossed
- extended
- extrusive
- eye-catching
- flashy
- hanging out
- hilly
- in the foreground
- jutting
- marked
- noticeable
- obtrusive
- obvious
- outstanding
- projecting
- pronounced
- protruding
- protrusive
- protuberant
- raised
- relieved
- remarkable
- rough
- rugged
- salient
- shooting out
- signal
- standing out
- striking
- to the fore
- unmistakable
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