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Astronomically: meaning, definitions and examples

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astronomically

 

[ əˈstrɒn.ə.mɪ.kli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

relating to astronomy

Astronomically refers to something that is extremely large or vast, often used in comparison, especially in terms of distance or quantity. It can also relate to measurements or phenomena associated with celestial bodies.

Synonyms

enormously, extremely, immensely, infinitely

Examples of usage

  • The cost of space travel is astronomically high.
  • The distances between stars are astronomically vast.
  • Her talent is astronomically above average.
  • The data showed astronomically large results.

Translations

Translations of the word "astronomically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 astronomicamente

🇮🇳 खगोलिय दृष्टि से

🇩🇪 astronomisch

🇮🇩 secara astronomi

🇺🇦 астрономічно

🇵🇱 astronomicznie

🇯🇵 天文学的に (tenmongakuteki ni)

🇫🇷 astronomiquement

🇪🇸 astronómicamente

🇹🇷 astronomik olarak

🇰🇷 천문학적으로 (cheonmunhakjeogeuro)

🇸🇦 فلكيًا (falakiyan)

🇨🇿 astronomicky

🇸🇰 astronomicky

🇨🇳 天文学上 (tiānwénxué shàng)

🇸🇮 astronomsko

🇮🇸 stjarnfræðilega

🇰🇿 астрономиялық (astronomiyalyq)

🇬🇪 ასტრონომიულად (astronomiulad)

🇦🇿 astronomik şəkildə

🇲🇽 astronómicamente

Etymology

The term 'astronomically' is derived from the word 'astronomy,' which itself comes from the Greek words 'astron' meaning 'star' and 'nomos' meaning 'law.' The concept of astronomy dates back to ancient civilizations, where observing the stars was paramount for navigation, agriculture, and timekeeping. The use of 'astronomically' as an adverb began to emerge in the 19th century as scientific understanding of the universe expanded, allowing for comparisons that highlight the vastness of space and celestial distances. This word reflects humanity's quest to comprehend the universe and our place within it, underscoring the scale and complexity of cosmic phenomena.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,562 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.