What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
cosmic
Example
The cosmic background radiation is a remnant of the Big Bang. [cosmic: adjective]
Example
The idea of infinity is a cosmic concept that is difficult to grasp. [cosmic: adjective]
galactic
Example
The galactic center contains a supermassive black hole. [galactic: adjective]
Example
The spaceship traveled through the galactic voids at faster-than-light speed. [galactic: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Cosmic and galactic are both less common words in everyday language, but galactic is more commonly used in scientific or science-fictional contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between cosmic and galactic?
Both cosmic and galactic are formal words that are more likely to be used in academic or technical writing than in casual conversation.
