Asteroid

Synonyms of asteroid

• meteoroid
• planetoid
• minor planet

Antonyms of asteroid

• star
• planet
• moon

Collocations of asteroid

asteroid belt

Frequency: 80 %

The asteroid belt is located between Mars and Jupiter.

asteroid orbit

Frequency: 75 %

The asteroid's orbit takes it close to Earth every few years.

asteroid impact

Frequency: 70 %

Scientists study the effects of asteroid impacts on Earth.

asteroid collision

Frequency: 65 %

The asteroid collision caused a large crater on the moon.

asteroid mining

Frequency: 60 %

Companies are exploring asteroid mining as a potential source of resources.

Idiomatic Expressions for asteroid

• Phrase: shoot for the stars
  Meaning: to set high goals or aim for great achievements
  Usage: She always encourages her students to shoot for the stars and never settle for mediocrity.