Volcanic
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Natural Occurrences
Use 'volcanic' when describing natural events involving molten rock or geothermal energy. The volcanic landscape around Mount Fuji is breathtaking.
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Describing Rocks
'Volcanic' can describe rocks like basalt, formed from cooled lava. Her collection includes several volcanic stones.
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Figurative Use
In non-literal usage, 'volcanic' suggests something as powerful or intense as a volcano. The machine had volcanic strength.