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01the universe
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Science
n. the entire universe, especially when seen as a complex and orderly system.
n. the universe regarded as a complex, orderly, and harmonious system. Often used in philosophical or scientific contexts to emphasize structure over randomness.
“Ancient philosophers spent their lives trying to understand the laws of the cosmos.”
“Modern astrophysics continues to probe the origins of the cosmos, seeking a unified theory that explains the behavior of both galaxies and subatomic particles.”
Antonyms
02harmony and order
C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Literary · Formal
n. a state of perfect order and balance.
n. a state of order, harmony, or completeness. This sense is often used abstractly to describe a system that functions perfectly.
“The artist tried to bring a sense of cosmos to her messy studio.”
“The architect's design was praised for imposing a sense of cosmos upon the previously neglected urban landscape.”
03a type of flower
C2 · Proficiency Countable noun Technical
n. a tall garden plant with colorful, daisy-like flowers.
n. any of various plants of the genus Cosmos, typically featuring feathery leaves and bright, radiate flower heads.
“She planted pink and white cosmos along the garden fence.”
“The gardener recommended cosmos for the border because they are drought-tolerant and provide vibrant color throughout the late summer months.”
Usage
Usually refers to the garden variety Cosmos bipinnatus.
Real-World Examples
“Roman is NASA's newest space telescope and is designed to give astronomers a much broader view of the cosmos.” “Efan Dafydd's love of the cosmos continued to grow after meeting his hero, astronaut Tim Peake.” Word family
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
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- Frequent
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- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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