# cosmological

/kˌɒzməlˈɒdʒɪkəl/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/cosmological
Updated: 2026-05-25

## Definition

relating to the universe and how it works. It describes things that are very large, like stars, galaxies, and the laws that govern them.

For teachers: relating to the universe and its structure, origin, and development. Often used in scientific or philosophical contexts to describe phenomena on a cosmic scale.

## Examples

- The scientist studies cosmological theories about the Big Bang.
- Advances in telescope technology have allowed us to observe cosmological events that occurred billions of years ago.
- The philosopher argued that our understanding of human morality must be re-evaluated in the context of cosmological scale, where individual lives are but a fleeting moment in the history of the universe.

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