adjective
- relating to or involving elevation or height, especially in geography or topography
- relating to the act or process of elevating or raising something
Usage: commonly used in geography, geology, and environmental science
Examples
- The elevational differences across the mountain range create distinct climate zones.
- Elevational gradients influence which plant species can survive in different areas.
- Scientists studied the elevational changes in the landscape after the earthquake.
- The elevational profile of the hiking trail shows a steep climb in the first mile.
- Elevational variation affects temperature and precipitation patterns in the region.