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Astronomer

Verb / ʌˈstrɑ:nʌmɜ: / Another word for astronomer — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

An astronomer is a scientist who studies the stars, planets, and other objects in space.

Synonyms & similar words

stargazer uranologist astrophysicist cosmologist stargazer astromancer astrometrist astrometeorologist astrospectroscopist astrotelegrapher astrotomist planetologist siderealist siderographer siderologist sideromancer siderometrist sideroscopist

Example sentences

  1. The astronomer used a telescope to observe the stars.
  2. My dream is to become an astronomer so I can discover new planets.
  3. The astronomer discovered a new comet.
  4. The astronomer studied the alignment of the planets.
  5. The astronomer's job is to explore the mysteries of the universe.

Quotes

  • Astronomers are pure of heart and appealingly mad.
  • Astronomers are the closest thing we have to time travelers.
  • Astronomers see the universe as it was billions of years ago.

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