How do you pronounce "supernovae"?

Pronounced //ˌsuː.pə(ɹ)ˈnəʊ.vi//.

Supernovae

Q: What is a synonym for "supernovae"?

Common synonyms include: absolute magnitude, beehive, binary star, black hole, cepheid variable, double star.

//ˌsuː.pə(ɹ)ˈnəʊ.vi// noun

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plural of supernova form-of, plural

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absolute magnitude beehive binary star black hole cepheid variable double star

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"Chandra's extraordinary capabilities make it possible for scientists to study such high-energy objects as supernovae and black holes in greater detail."

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