What does petrification mean?
Petrification means Turning to stone: the process of replacement of the organic residues of plants (and animals) with insoluble salts, with the original shape and topography being retained..
Petrification
/ˌpɛtɹɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/ · noun
Meaning
Turning to stone: the process of replacement of the organic residues of plants (and animals) with insoluble salts, with the original shape and topography being retained..
Definitions by Sense
- Turning to stone: the process of replacement of the organic residues of plants (and animals) with insoluble salts, with the original shape and topography being retained.
- (figurative) obduracy; callousness.
- (figurative) Sheer terror; great fright.
Example Sentences
a Petrification or Mortification of the Mind
Synonyms for petrification
Antonyms for petrification
Related Words
Word Forms
- petrifications
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for petrification?
Common synonyms include petrifaction.
What is the opposite of petrification?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use petrification in a sentence?
a Petrification or Mortification of the Mind
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