noun

cosmology

kahz-MAH-luhd-zhee

Cosmology (noun) means the scientific study of the origin, structure, and future of the universe. Example: “Modern cosmology relies heavily on data from telescopes observing the earliest galaxies.”

noun

The scientific study of the origin, structure, and future of the universe.

"Modern cosmology relies heavily on data from telescopes observing the earliest galaxies."

A particular culture's or religion's belief system about how the universe came to be and how it works.

"Many ancient cosmologies pictured the Earth resting on the back of a giant animal."

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In plain EnglishThe study — scientific or mythical — of the universe and how it came to be.

Common pairings

modern cosmology ancient cosmology physical cosmology

Word forms

cosmologies plural

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Etymology

From Greek kosmos ("world, universe") plus -logia ("study of").

Origin: Greek

Synonyms

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cosmogony cosmogeny

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Rhymes for cosmology

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Frequently asked questions

What does “cosmology” mean?

The word “cosmology” means the scientific study of the origin, structure, and future of the universe. In plain terms, the study — scientific or mythical — of the universe and how it came to be.

How do you pronounce “cosmology”?

“Cosmology” is pronounced kahz-MAH-luhd-zhee (/kɑzˈmɑləd͡ʒi/ in IPA).

How do you use “cosmology” in a sentence?

Here is “cosmology” used in a sentence: “Modern cosmology relies heavily on data from telescopes observing the earliest galaxies.”

What part of speech is “cosmology”?

“Cosmology” is a noun.

Where does the word “cosmology” come from?

The word “cosmology” comes from Greek. From Greek kosmos ("world, universe") plus -logia ("study of").

How many meanings does “cosmology” have?

“Cosmology” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the scientific study of the origin, structure, and future of the universe.

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