Quasar

Pronunciation: /ˈkwāˌzär/

Definitions of quasar

noun a massive and extremely remote celestial object, emitting exceptionally large amounts of energy

Example Sentences

A1 A quasar is a very bright object in space.

A2 Scientists study quasars to learn more about the universe.

B1 The discovery of quasars revolutionized our understanding of galaxies.

B2 Quasars emit massive amounts of energy and can be seen from great distances.

C1 The supermassive black hole at the center of a galaxy can power a quasar.

C2 Advanced telescopes have allowed astronomers to observe quasars in great detail.

Examples of quasar in a Sentence

formal A quasar is a celestial object that emits exceptionally large amounts of energy, making it visible from great distances.

informal I read an article about quasars and how they are some of the brightest objects in the universe.

slang That quasar is so cool, it's like a super bright space disco ball.

figurative Her intellect shines like a quasar, illuminating the minds of all those around her.

Grammatical Forms of quasar

• past tense: quasared
• plural: quasars
• comparative: more quasar
• superlative: most quasar
• present tense: quasars
• future tense: will quasar
• perfect tense: have quasared
• continuous tense: is quasaring
• singular: quasar
• positive degree: quasar
• infinitive: to quasar
• gerund: quasaring
• participle: quasared

Origin and Evolution of quasar

First Known Use: 1964 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'quasar' is a shortened form of 'quasi-stellar radio source'.

Evolution of the word: Initially used to describe mysterious celestial objects emitting large amounts of energy, the term 'quasar' has evolved to encompass a broader range of active galactic nuclei and high-energy phenomena in the universe.