Synonyms for
Nebula
Definition
a cloud of gas and dust in outer space
Synonyms & similar words
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Literary
Common collocations
- emission nebula
- dark nebula
- planetary nebula
- reflection nebula
- nebula cloud
- stellar nebula
- gaseous nebula
Word family
noun nebula
Usage note
A nebula is a cloud of gas and dust in outer space. It is primarily used in astronomy and related scientific contexts.
Example sentences
- The Orion Nebula is one of the brightest and most beautiful nebulas in the sky.
- Scientists study nebulas to learn more about how stars and planets form.
- The telescope revealed a stunning image of a colorful nebula.
- The astronaut was amazed by the sight of the glowing nebula in the distance.
- The nebula was so massive that it could be seen from millions of light-years away.
Quotes
"The universe is full of magical things patiently waiting for our wits to grow sharper." - Eden Phillpotts
"The cosmos is within us. We are made of star-stuff. We are a way for the universe to know itself." - Carl Sagan
"The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious. It is the source of all true art and science." - Albert Einstein