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extraterrestrial

3 antonyms and opposites of extraterrestrial, grouped by meaning.

Adj — Originating from outside Earth, especially from another planet or outer space.

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extraterrestrial life extraterrestrial intelligence

Etymology

Formed from extra- ("outside") + terrestrial ("of the Earth"), literally "beyond Earth."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “extraterrestrial” mean?

The word “extraterrestrial” means originating from outside Earth, especially from another planet or outer space. In plain terms, relating to something (or someone) from beyond Earth — an alien or alien life.

How do you pronounce “extraterrestrial”?

“Extraterrestrial” is pronounced ehk-struh-tuh-REHS-tree-uhl (/ˌɛk.stɹə.təˈɹɛs.tɹi.əl/ in IPA).

How do you use “extraterrestrial” in a sentence?

Here is “extraterrestrial” used in a sentence: “The observatory searches for signs of extraterrestrial life.”

What is the opposite of “extraterrestrial”?

The opposite of “extraterrestrial” — its antonyms — are Earthling, Terran and terrestrial.

What part of speech is “extraterrestrial”?

Depending on how it is used, “extraterrestrial” can be an adjective and a noun.

Is “extraterrestrial” a common word?

“Extraterrestrial” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “extraterrestrial” have?

“Extraterrestrial” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: originating from outside Earth, especially from another planet or outer space.

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