Celestial

/səˈlɛs.tʃəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

pertaining to the sky or outer space as observed in astronomy.

The celestial bodies like stars and planets have fascinated humans for centuries.

positioned in or relating to the sky; heavenly.

The celestial landscape was filled with twinkling stars and a bright moon.

supreme or heavenly; divine.

Many cultures worship celestial beings or gods that they believe oversee the world.

From Latin 'caelestis', meaning 'heavenly'

celestial navigation

The use of positions of stars to determine one's location.

celestial sphere

An imaginary sphere surrounding the Earth, onto which all celestial bodies are projected.

celestial mechanics

The branch of astronomy that deals with the motions and gravitational interactions of celestial objects.

celestial body

Any natural object outside of Earth's atmosphere.

celestial sphere

A model of the sky used in astronomy.

celestial navigation

Navigation using the positions of stars.

Out of this world; amazing.

That concert was celestial!

Feeling high or euphoric.

After that performance, I felt absolutely celestial.