Definition

Relating to the science of celestial bodies or extremely large in size.

Example

The costs of the project were astronomic, far exceeding our budget.

Conversation

Did you see that new documentary about space?

Yeah, it was fascinating! The scale of the universe is truly astronomic.

I know, right? I can't believe how many galaxies are out there.

It's mind-blowing to think about the astronomic distances between them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Astronomic → It is formed from "astro-" (from Greek "astron", meaning star) and "-nomos" (from Greek "nomos", meaning law or arrangement). The word refers to the laws or arrangements related to stars, hence relating to astronomy.

Memory Tip

Think of 'stars' ('astro-') and 'laws' ('nomos') to remember that 'astronomic' relates to the laws or arrangements of stars.

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