variants
or less commonly cosmical
1
a
: of or relating to the cosmos, the extraterrestrial vastness, or the universe in contrast to the earth alone
cosmic radiation
b
: of, relating to, or concerned with abstract spiritual or metaphysical (see metaphysical sense 2) ideas
cosmic wisdom
2
: characterized by greatness especially in extent, intensity, or comprehensiveness
a cosmic thinker
a book of cosmic significance
Examples of cosmic in a Sentence
The discovery caused a cosmic shift in people's views of the world.
predicted that the war would forever be regarded as a cosmic error
Recent Examples on the Web
This lunation's cosmic energy will radiate in the weeks surrounding its peak.
—
Skyler Caruso, People.com, 10 May 2025
The packaging draws from his signature cosmic visuals, echoed in a custom shoe collaboration with John Fluevog.
—Javier Hasse, Forbes.com, 7 May 2025
The cosmic origins of heavy elements, like gold, have mystified scientists for decades.
—Morgan Severson, CNN Money, 6 May 2025
They’re also linked to a cosmic authority called the Galactic Federation that monitors these types of special beings around the universe.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 1 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for cosmic
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Skyler Caruso, People.com, 10 May 2025
The packaging draws from his signature cosmic visuals, echoed in a custom shoe collaboration with John Fluevog.
—Javier Hasse, Forbes.com, 7 May 2025
The cosmic origins of heavy elements, like gold, have mystified scientists for decades.
—Morgan Severson, CNN Money, 6 May 2025
They’re also linked to a cosmic authority called the Galactic Federation that monitors these types of special beings around the universe.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 1 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for cosmic
Cite this Entry
“Cosmic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cosmic. Accessed 16 May. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share