Synonyms for

Aerospace

Verb / ˈerəʊˌspeɪs / Another word for aerospace — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Aerospace refers to the atmosphere and space outside the Earth's atmosphere, and the vehicles, technology, and science involved with them.

Synonyms & similar words

aviation aircraft spacecraft astronautics aeronautics flight rocketry orbital interplanetary exospheric stratospheric atmospheric cosmic interstellar celestial heavenly stellar planetary satellite

Synonyms by register

Formal

aviation astronautics aeronautics

Antonyms

grounded terrestrial earthbound subterranean underground

Common collocations

  • aerospace industry
  • aerospace engineering
  • aerospace technology
  • aerospace sector
  • aerospace company
  • aerospace defense
  • aerospace exploration

Word family

noun aerospace
adjective aerospace

Usage note

Aerospace refers to the design, development, production, and operation of aircraft and spacecraft. It is a formal term primarily used in technical and industry contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The aerospace industry designs planes, rockets, and satellites.
  2. NASA sent a spacecraft to explore Mars.
  3. The astronauts trained for years to become experts in aerospace.
  4. The aerospace engineer designed a new rocket that could reach the moon.
  5. The aerospace technology has made it possible for us to study and explore space.

Quotes

  • Space exploration is a force of nature unto itself that no other force in society can rival. - Neil deGrasse Tyson
  • The sky is not the limit, it's just the beginning. - Unknown
  • For my part, I believe that the most important aspect of spaceflight is the profound philosophical implications it carries. - Carl Sagan

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