adverb
- In a manner relating to or caused by epeirogeny; with respect to broad, slow vertical movements of the Earth's crust affecting large continental areas.
Usage: technical; geology
Examples
- The continental platform subsided epeirogenically over millions of years.
- These rock formations were shaped epeirogenically rather than through localized tectonic activity.
- The basin developed epeirogenically as the region experienced gradual crustal depression.