Astrological Concepts

9 words in this vocabulary list

noun the science or study of the origin, evolution, and eventual fate of the universe

  • Cosmology is the branch of astronomy that deals with the origin, structure, and evolution of the universe.
  • I find cosmology fascinating because it helps us understand the universe and our place in it.
  • Cosmology is like the ultimate puzzle that scientists are trying to solve.
  • Exploring cosmology is like diving into the depths of the unknown, searching for answers about existence.

noun infinite or unending time; a state to which time has no application; timelessness

  • The concept of eternity is often explored in philosophical discussions about time and existence.
  • I could spend eternity just relaxing on the beach.
  • I swear, waiting in that line felt like an eternity!
  • Their love seemed to last for an eternity, never wavering despite the challenges they faced.

noun the whole of a complex structure, especially the world or universe, contrasted with a small or representative part of it

  • The study of the macrocosm includes the examination of galaxies and other celestial bodies.
  • In the grand scheme of the universe, Earth is just a tiny part of the macrocosm.
  • Dude, the macrocosm is like, the whole shebang of everything out there.
  • The macrocosm of human emotions is complex and vast, with layers of depth waiting to be explored.

noun a phase of the moon when it is completely dark and not visible from Earth

  • The new moon is the phase when the moon is not visible from Earth.
  • Let's go stargazing during the new moon, when the sky is darkest.
  • I feel like the new moon is a fresh start, like a blank canvas.
  • The new moon symbolizes new beginnings and opportunities in life.

noun In Roman mythology, the Parcae were the three goddesses of fate, also known as the Fates. They were responsible for spinning, measuring, and cutting the thread of life of every mortal and immortal being.

  • The Parcae, also known as the Fates, were considered to be the weavers of destiny in Roman mythology.
  • Have you heard of the Parcae? They were like the ancient version of fortune tellers.
  • The Parcae were basically the OG fate squad in Roman myth.
  • Just like the Parcae, we can't control everything that happens in our lives.

noun a group of distinguished people or things, typically in the same field or profession

  • The pleiad of talented artists showcased their work at the prestigious gallery.
  • There's a whole pleiad of food trucks at the festival, we should try them all!
  • I can't believe the pleiad of drama that went down at the party last night.
  • The pleiad of stars in the night sky was breathtaking.

adjective relating to or determined by the stars; astronomical

  • Astrologers use the sidereal zodiac to calculate the position of stars and planets.
  • I read my horoscope based on the sidereal zodiac and it was surprisingly accurate.
  • Let's check out our sidereal compatibility before going on a date.
  • The artist's mind wandered through a sidereal landscape of creativity.

noun a person born on February 29th, a leap year

  • The term 'leapling' refers to someone born on February 29th.
  • I have a friend who is a leapling and only celebrates their birthday every four years.
  • My cousin, the leapling, always jokes about being a 'leap year baby'.
  • Just like a leapling, sometimes we all feel like we're living in a different time dimension.

noun a conjunction or opposition, especially of the moon with the sun

  • The syzygy of the planets is an astronomical phenomenon that occurs when three celestial bodies align in a straight line.
  • I read about the syzygy of the planets in a science magazine.
  • Did you see that syzygy of the planets last night? It was so cool!
  • The syzygy of events led to the perfect storm of chaos in the city.