adjective
- of, relating to, or characteristic of the Amazon River or the Amazon rainforest region in South America
- of or relating to the Amazons, a legendary race of female warriors in Greek mythology
Usage: often capitalized when referring to the specific geographic region
Usage: often capitalized; typically used in historical or mythological contexts
Examples
- The Amazonian rainforest is home to millions of species of plants and animals.
- Scientists study Amazonian ecosystems to understand biodiversity.
- The river's Amazonian basin covers an enormous area of South America.
- In Greek mythology, Amazonian warriors were known for their strength and skill.
- Deforestation threatens Amazonian indigenous communities and wildlife.
- The Amazonian region produces much of the world's oxygen.