Astrophysical Terms

adjective relating to or concerned with astrophysics, the branch of astronomy that deals with the physical properties of celestial bodies and with the interaction between matter and radiation in the universe

• The astrophysical research team discovered a new exoplanet orbiting a distant star.
• I heard that the astrophysical folks found a new planet in another solar system.
• Those astro nerds found a new planet way out there.
• Her mind was like an astrophysical black hole, absorbing all knowledge in its path.

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adjective relating to the universe or cosmos, especially as distinct from the earth

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• The scientist conducted research on cosmic radiation in outer space.
• Have you ever looked up at the night sky and wondered about all the cosmic mysteries?
• That movie was out of this world, it had a real cosmic vibe to it.
• The artist's painting captured the cosmic beauty of the universe.

noun a star that suddenly increases greatly in brightness because of a catastrophic explosion that ejects most of its mass

• A supernova is a stellar explosion that briefly outshines an entire galaxy.
• Did you know that a supernova is the brightest explosion in space?
• Dude, that supernova was lit!
• Her talent was like a supernova, shining brightly and then fading away.

noun a type of active galaxy with a supermassive black hole at its center that emits a high-energy jet of particles

• A blazar is a type of active galactic nucleus with a jet pointed directly towards Earth.
• Scientists are studying a blazar to learn more about its powerful emissions.
• That blazar is lit up like a Christmas tree!
• Her passion for astrophysics is like a blazar, burning bright and intense.