astrophysics

noun
UK: /ˌæstrəʊˈfɪzɪks/
US: /ˌæstroʊˈfɪzɪks/

  1. The branch of physics that studies stars and other objects in space.

    1. I study astrophysics because space is cool and full of mysteries. [ ] [ ]
    2. Astrophysics helps us understand the universe's origins and its future evolution. [ ] [ ]

  2. The application of physics to the study of celestial objects and phenomena.

    1. She used astrophysics to find out about distant planets. [ ] [ ]
    2. Modern astrophysics combines theoretical models with observational data from telescopes. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

astronomy cosmology
astrophysics adjective

  1. Relating to the study of celestial objects using physics.

    1. The astrophysics lab is where we study the stars. [ ] [ ]
    2. Astrophysics research needs large telescopes to see far into space. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "astrophysics" in English means: The branch of physics that studies stars and other objects in space., The application of physics to the study of celestial objects and phenomena..

The phonetic transcription of "astrophysics" is /ˌæstrəʊˈfɪzɪks/ in British English and /ˌæstroʊˈfɪzɪks/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "astrophysics": astronomy, cosmology.

Example usage of "astrophysics": "I study astrophysics because space is cool and full of mysteries.". More examples on the page.