Astronomy

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Updated June 2026

Definition

The scientific study of celestial objects, space, and the universe as a whole. It encompasses observation, analysis, and theoretical understanding of stars, planets, galaxies, and cosmic phenomena.

“Modern astronomy has revealed billions of galaxies beyond our Milky Way, transforming our understanding of the cosmos.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/əˈstrɑnəˌmi/

Syllables

as·tron·o·my

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Synonyms

astrophysicscosmologycelestial science

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Scrabble

14 points; valuable for using Y (4pts) and M (3pts) strategically

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