Meaning & Definition of word "Celestial"

Celestial

/səˈlɛs.tʃəl/

1. pertaining to the sky or outer space as observed in astronomy.
- Example: The celestial bodies like stars and planets have fascinated humans for centuries.
2. positioned in or relating to the sky; heavenly.
- Example: The celestial landscape was filled with twinkling stars and a bright moon.
3. supreme or heavenly; divine.
- Example: 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.

Meaning: Out of this world; amazing.

● Example Sentence: That concert was celestial!

Meaning: Feeling high or euphoric.

● Example Sentence: After that performance, I felt absolutely celestial.