astronomical
Prononciation : [ˌæstrəˈnɑːmɪkəl]
Mot
Contexte : « size »
(adjective) when something is really, really big or huge. Imagine a number that is so large, it's hard to even imagine! That's what we mean by astronomical.
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The distance between Earth and the nearest star is astronomical.
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The size of a small ant is not astronomical; it is very tiny.
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Can you believe how astronomical the size of the universe is?
Contexte : « cost »
(adjective) when something costs an extremely high amount of money. If you saw a price that seemed unbelievably high, you might call it astronomical.
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The ticket prices for the concert were astronomical, but it was worth it.
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The price of the old bicycle was not astronomical; it was quite affordable.
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Why are some luxury cars priced at astronomical figures?
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