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cosmic
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adjective
Relating
to
the
universe
or
cosmos
,
especially
as
distinct
from
the
Earth
.
The
cosmic
scale
of
the
universe
is
beyond
human
comprehension
.
Astronomers
study
cosmic
phenomena
like
black
holes
and
galaxies
.
The
cosmic
background
radiation
provides
evidence
for
the
Big
Bang
theory
.
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adjective
Vast
or
immense
in
size
or
scope
.
The
project
had
cosmic
implications
for
the
future
of
technology
.
She
felt
a
cosmic
sense
of
wonder
when
she
looked
at
the
night
sky
.
The
novel
explores
cosmic
themes
of
life
and
existence
.
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Word Origin
Language
Greek
Original word
kosmikos
Word parts
kosmos (order, universe) + -ikos (pertaining to)
Originally meant
pertaining to the universe
Background
The word 'cosmic' comes from the Greek word 'kosmikos', which means relating to the universe or order. It was adopted into English in the 17th century to describe things related to the vastness of space.