galactic
adj.adj. relating to a galaxy, which is a huge group of stars and planets in space. It can also describe something that is extremely large in size or amount.
adj. relating to a galaxy or galaxies; by extension, describing something of immense size or scale. Often used in scientific contexts to describe astronomical phenomena or figuratively to emphasize vastness.
Scientists study galactic movements to understand the universe.
The telescope captured a stunning image of galactic dust clouds swirling around a distant star cluster.
The project failed not due to a lack of vision, but because the galactic scale of the required investment far exceeded the available venture capital in that fiscal year.
Borrowed from Ancient Greek γαλακτικός (galaktikós, “milky”), from γάλα (gála, “milk”). Doublet of galactico.
Typically used attributively before a noun. In figurative use, it serves as a synonym for 'immense' or 'vast'.