Jupiter Definition
- 1the largest planet in the solar system, fifth from the sun, having a minimum distance from the earth of about 370 million miles (600 million km), a diameter of 88,729 miles (142,800 km), and an average period of revolution of 11.86 years.
- 2a Roman god, son of Saturn and Rhea, brother of Neptune and Pluto, and king of the gods: identified with the Greek god Zeus.
Using Jupiter: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "Jupiter" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system.
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Jupiter has at least 79 moons.
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Jupiter's atmosphere is composed mainly of hydrogen and helium.
Jupiter Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for Jupiter
- king of the gods
- Zeus
Phrases with Jupiter
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Jovian planets are massive and have thick atmospheres.
Jupiter's beard
a plant with small yellow flowers that grows in Europe and Asia
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Jupiter's beard is also known as 'maidens' feather'.
Jupiter's temple
a temple dedicated to Jupiter, the Roman god
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Jupiter's temple was located on the Capitoline Hill in Rome.
Summary: Jupiter in Brief
Jupiter [ˈdʒuːpɪtər] is the largest planet in the solar system, fifth from the sun, with a diameter of 88,729 miles (142,800 km) and an average period of revolution of 11.86 years. It is also the name of a Roman god, son of Saturn and Rhea, brother of Neptune and Pluto, and king of the gods, identified with the Greek god Zeus.
