cosmic

cos-mic · adjective

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Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Relating to the universe or cosmos, especially as distinct from Earth.

  2. 2.

    Inconceivably vast or extensive.

  3. 3.

    Relating to spiritual or metaphysical concepts of the universe.

Phrases & expressions

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    cosmic rays — high-energy radiation from space
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    cosmic dust — tiny particles in space
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    cosmic scale — at the level of the universe

Related words

Antonyms: earthly, terrestrial
See also: celestial, cosmos, universe
Synonyms: astronomical, celestial, universal

Etymology

From Greek "kosmikos" meaning "of the world or universe," from "kosmos" (world, order).