Cosmos: meaning, definitions and examples

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cosmos

[ ˈkɒzmɒs ]

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space exploration

The universe seen as a well-ordered whole, a harmonious system; the opposite of chaos.

Synonyms

galaxy, space, universe

Examples of usage

The spaceship traveled through the cosmos at an incredible speed.
Astrophysicists study the cosmos to understand the origins of the universe.

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philosophy

The entire complex structure of something; the cosmos of the mind.

Synonyms

domain, realm, world

Examples of usage

The human mind is a cosmos of thoughts and emotions.
The artist's painting depicted a cosmos of colors and shapes.

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popular culture

The universe as a vast, mysterious expanse filled with wonder and possibility.

Synonyms

galaxy, space, universe

Examples of usage

Science fiction often explores the mysteries of the cosmos.
The documentary delved into the wonders of the cosmos.

Translations

Translations of the word "cosmos" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cosmos

🇮🇳 अंतरिक्ष

🇩🇪 Kosmos

🇮🇩 kosmos

🇺🇦 космос

🇵🇱 kosmos

🇯🇵 宇宙 (uchū)

🇫🇷 cosmos

🇪🇸 cosmos

🇹🇷 kozmos

🇰🇷 우주 (uju)

🇸🇦 كون (kawn)

🇨🇿 kosmos

🇸🇰 kozmos

🇨🇳 宇宙 (yǔzhòu)

🇸🇮 kozmos

🇮🇸 kosmos

🇰🇿 ғарыш

🇬🇪 კოსმოსი (kosmosi)

🇦🇿 kosmos

🇲🇽 cosmos

Word origin

The word 'cosmos' originates from the Greek term 'kosmos', meaning 'order' or 'world'. In ancient Greek philosophy, the cosmos was viewed as an ordered and harmonious system. Over time, the term expanded to refer to the entire universe, including space, stars, and galaxies. Today, 'cosmos' is used in various contexts, from space exploration to philosophical discussions about the nature of reality.