Synonyms for

Telescopes

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

Definition

A device used to view distant objects by making them appear closer and larger.

Synonyms & similar words

telescope scope spyglass glass monocular binoculars magnifier lens microscope periscope prism reflector speculum spyglass scope viewfinder

Synonyms by register

Formal

refractor reflector instrument

Informal

spyglass scope

Literary

optic lens

Antonyms

microscope magnifier short-sightedness blindness ignorance

Common collocations

  • telescopes for sale
  • astronomical telescopes
  • telescopes online
  • powerful telescopes
  • telescopes and binoculars
  • buy telescopes
  • telescopes for beginners

Word family

noun telescope
verb telescope
adjective telescopic

Usage note

The verb 'telescope' means to slide or fit one part into another so that it can be shortened or lengthened, similar to how a telescope extends. This usage is distinct from the noun referring to the optical instrument.

Example sentences

  1. I saw the moon through my telescope.
  2. My dad loves to stargaze with his telescope.
  3. The astronomers observed the stars with their telescopes.
  4. The pirate used his telescope to spot the other ship.
  5. The scientist used a telescope to study the planets.

Quotes

  • The telescope, through which we can discern the infinite reaches of space, is one of humanity's most incredible inventions.
  • A telescope may help you see a star, but it is your own eyes that will see the light.
  • The telescope is a thing; one of the few things in science which seems to me to be more beautiful than useful.

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