variants
or less commonly cosmical
1
a
: of or relating to the cosmos, the extraterrestrial vastness, or the universe in contrast to the earth alone
cosmic radiation
b
: of, relating to, or concerned with abstract spiritual or metaphysical (see metaphysical sense 2) ideas
cosmic wisdom
2
: characterized by greatness especially in extent, intensity, or comprehensiveness
a cosmic thinker
a book of cosmic significance
Synonyms of cosmic
Examples of cosmic in a Sentence
The discovery caused a cosmic shift in people's views of the world.
predicted that the war would forever be regarded as a cosmic error
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The sun dives into the zodiac sign of cancer, packing what will be an intense cosmic punch.
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Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 18 June 2026
In an attempt to regain her powers, Lucia accidentally summons a cosmic entity known as Altair.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 18 June 2026
While the mission was designed with dark energy, dark matter, and exoplanets in mind, Roman’s unprecedented observational capability will offer practically limitless opportunities for astronomers to explore all kinds of cosmic topics.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 June 2026
The Love Goddess Venus rises in your 10th House of Career and Status, standing opposite cosmic detective Pluto in your 4th House of Home, so public goals confront private truths that need recognition.
—Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2026
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Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 18 June 2026
In an attempt to regain her powers, Lucia accidentally summons a cosmic entity known as Altair.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 18 June 2026
While the mission was designed with dark energy, dark matter, and exoplanets in mind, Roman’s unprecedented observational capability will offer practically limitless opportunities for astronomers to explore all kinds of cosmic topics.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 June 2026
The Love Goddess Venus rises in your 10th House of Career and Status, standing opposite cosmic detective Pluto in your 4th House of Home, so public goals confront private truths that need recognition.
—Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2026
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“Cosmic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cosmic. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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