nova (Meaning)
nova (n)
a star that ejects some of its material in the form of a cloud and becomes more luminous in the process
nova (n.)
A new star, usually appearing suddenly, shining for a brief period, and then sinking into obscurity. Such appearances are supposed to result from cosmic collisions, as of a dark star with interstellar nebulosities.
Synonyms & Antonyms of nova
nova Sentence Examples
- The sudden explosion of the star created a brilliant celestial nova.
- Astronomers eagerly await the next galactic supernova that will illuminate the night sky.
- The nova's blinding brightness temporarily outshone the nearby constellation.
- The remnants of the massive star formed an expanding nebula, a testament to the nova's cataclysmic nature.
- The supernova's shockwave disrupted surrounding interstellar gas, triggering the formation of new stars.
- Amateur astronomers gathered with their telescopes to witness the spectacle of the distant nova.
- The nova's intense radiation caused a temporary increase in the Earth's atmospheric ozone layer.
- Scientists study supernovae to understand the life cycle of stars and the evolution of galaxies.
- The nova marked a significant milestone in the celestial tapestry, forever altering the cosmic landscape.
- As the nova fades, it leaves behind a legacy of cosmic wonder and scientific intrigue.
FAQs About the word nova
a star that ejects some of its material in the form of a cloud and becomes more luminous in the processA new star, usually appearing suddenly, shining for a bri
neutron star, supergiant, supercluster, pulsar, quasar,supernova, gasser, variable, sphere, loadstar
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The sudden explosion of the star created a brilliant celestial nova.
Astronomers eagerly await the next galactic supernova that will illuminate the night sky.
The nova's blinding brightness temporarily outshone the nearby constellation.
The remnants of the massive star formed an expanding nebula, a testament to the nova's cataclysmic nature.
