Astronomical

//ˌæs.tɹəˈnɑm.ɪ.kəl// adj

adj ·Moderate ·College level

Definitions

Adjective

1
Of or relating to astronomy. not-comparable
"Finally, all men saw that astronomical knowledge lied not, and they awaited the comet."
2
Very large; of vast measure. comparable
"At the moment he wondered why anyone would want to visit Khatka, let alone pay some astronomical sum for the privilege."

Adjective

1
inconceivably large wordnet
2
relating or belonging to the science of astronomy wordnet

Synonyms

astronomic large abysmal amplitudinous anagalactic asteroidal

Example

"The figure will be astronomical."

Etymology

Attested since at least 1550, from Middle French astronomique or directly from Latin astronomicus, from Ancient Greek ἀστρονομικός (astronomikós).

Related phrases

astronomical clock astronomical refraction astronomical time astronomical transient astronomical twilight astronomical unit astronomical year massive astronomical compact halo object radio astronomical

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