COSMOS Synonyms: 9 Similar and Opposite Words

cosmos

noun

ˈkäz-məs

Definition of cosmos

as in universe

the whole body of things observed or assumed an essay that ponders the place of humankind in the vast cosmos

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Recent Examples of cosmos Another survey will prompt the telescope to observe one specific region every five days over the course of two years to learn more about objects within the cosmos that change over time, such as exploding stars. — Eleanor Jacobs, PEOPLE, 21 June 2026 Adrift in a cosmos devoid of fate, we human travelers possess only our luck and whatever choices are available to us. — Rachel Vorona Cote, Vulture, 2 June 2026 Deadheading is the process of removing dead blooms from plants, like cosmos and zinnia. — Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 1 June 2026 There also will be live presentations that focus on the cosmos from multiple locations, angles and timelines. — Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for cosmos

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The Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles star is already in the Bravo universe and is going to trade franchises and mix in with the likes of Kyle Richards, Dorit Kemsley, Sutton Stracke, Erika Jayne, Rachel Zoe and Bozoma Saint John.

— Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026
But only now have scientists discovered one for the first time, which could provide important insight about our universe.

— Devika Rao, TheWeek, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of universe

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With new digital imaging techniques, astronomers were able to spot a new and tiny world orbiting 4 billion miles beyond Neptune.

— Tariq Malik, Space.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Once these new worlds are spotted by Roman, the more powerful and sensitive Webb will take aim to fill in the blanks.

— Marcia Dunn, Fortune, 30 Aug. 2026

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