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astronomical

[ˌæstrəˈnɒmɪkl]

astronomical Definition

enormously large or great; relating to astronomy.

Using astronomical: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "astronomical" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The company's profits have seen an astronomical increase this year.

  • Example

    The cost of the new stadium was astronomical.

  • Example

    The distance between the two planets is astronomical.

astronomical Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for astronomical

Phrases with astronomical

  • a unit of measurement equal to the average distance between the Earth and the Sun, approximately 93 million miles (150 million kilometers)

    Example

    The distance between Mars and the Sun is about 1.5 astronomical units.

  • a clock that displays astronomical information, such as the positions of the sun, moon, and stars

    Example

    The Prague astronomical clock is one of the oldest and most famous astronomical clocks in the world.

  • a telescope designed for observing celestial objects, such as stars, planets, and galaxies

    Example

    The Hubble Space Telescope is an astronomical telescope that has captured some of the most stunning images of the universe.

Origins of astronomical

from Greek 'astronomikos', meaning 'of astronomy'

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Summary: astronomical in Brief

The term 'astronomical' [ˌæstrəˈnɒmɪkl] refers to something that is enormously large or great, often used to describe numbers or costs. It can also relate to astronomy, such as the distance between planets or telescopes used for observing celestial objects. Synonyms include 'colossal,' 'immense,' and 'gigantic.' Antonyms include 'tiny,' 'minuscule,' and 'microscopic.'