adjective

cosmic

cosmic, vast

We observed the cosmic dust between stars.

We observed the cosmic dust between stars.

The scale of the problem is cosmic.

The scale of the problem is cosmic.

((noun)) relating to the universe A cosmic event was detected.

Synonyms: universal, vast, astronomical; Antonyms: terrestrial, earthly

From Greek 'kosmos' meaning 'order, world, universe', plus the adjectival suffix '-ic'.

Think of 'cosmos' (the universe). Picture 'cosmic rays' coming from outer space to remember its meaning.

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