stratum Antonyms
Meaning of stratum
stratum (n)
one of several parallel layers of material arranged one on top of another (such as a layer of tissue or cells in an organism or a layer of sedimentary rock)
people having the same social, economic, or educational status
an abstract place usually conceived as having depth
a subpopulation divided into a stratified sampling
stratum Sentence Examples
- The Earth's atmosphere is divided into several strata, each characterized by distinct temperature and density.
- Rock formations often occur in distinct strata, reflecting their geological history.
- The society was highly stratified, with a rigid hierarchy of social classes.
- The building's foundation was laid in deep strata of soil and rock.
- The archaeologist carefully excavated the soil, revealing the various strata of the ancient city.
- The forest ecosystem consisted of multiple strata, including the canopy, understory, and ground layer.
- The ocean's water column comprises different strata, with varying temperatures, salinity, and nutrient levels.
- The stratum corneum, the outermost layer of the skin, acts as a protective barrier against external threats.
- The painting featured a thick stratum of impasto, giving it a textured and three-dimensional appearance.
- The archaeological team identified distinct strata of pottery, providing insights into the chronological sequence of the site.
FAQs About the word stratum
one of several parallel layers of material arranged one on top of another (such as a layer of tissue or cells in an organism or a layer of sedimentary rock), pe
class, level, caste, echelon, bracket, stratification, hierarchy, tier, order,rank
No antonyms found.
The Earth's atmosphere is divided into several strata, each characterized by distinct temperature and density.
Rock formations often occur in distinct strata, reflecting their geological history.
The society was highly stratified, with a rigid hierarchy of social classes.
The building's foundation was laid in deep strata of soil and rock.
