cosmos
word
/ˈkɑzmoʊs/
KAZ-mohs
/kˈɒzmɒs/
KOZ-mos
Definition
The cosmos is the universe as an orderly and harmonious system, including everything that exists in space.
Usage & Nuances
More formal and poetic than 'universe'. Used in science, philosophy, and literature to suggest order, unity, or grandeur. Not commonly used for everyday space talk (use 'universe' or 'space' instead). 'Cosmic' is the related adjective.
Spanish: cosmos - universo (astronomía)Portuguese (BR): cosmos - universo (astronomia)Portuguese (PT): cosmos - universo (astronomia)Chinese (Simplified): 宇宙 - 宇宙秩序Chinese (Traditional): 宇宙 - 宇宙秩序Hindi: कॉसमॉस - ब्रह्मांडArabic: كون - عالم (في الفلسفة)Bengali: ব্রহ্মাণ্ড - মহাবিশ্ব (শৃঙ্খলাবদ্ধ)Russian: космос (упорядоченная Вселенная) - ВселеннаяJapanese: 宇宙（コスモス）Vietnamese: vũ trụ (có trật tự) - vạn vậtKorean: 코스모스 - 질서 있는 우주Turkish: kosmos - düzenli evrenUrdu: کائنات (منظم)Indonesian: kosmos - jagat raya (teratur)
Example Sentences
Scientists study the cosmos to learn about its origin.
basic
Do you ever look up at the night sky and wonder about the cosmos?
natural
The more we learn, the more mysterious the cosmos seems.
natural
Philosophers have debated the nature of the cosmos for centuries.
natural
The cosmos is full of stars and planets.
basic
The idea of an endless cosmos fascinates many people.
basic