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Definition of astrophysicist

astrophysicist

/ˌæs.troʊˈfɪz.ɪ.sɪst/
as · tro · phys · i · cist
Adverb:astrophysically
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Plural:astrophysicists
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Adjective:astrophysical
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astrophysicist Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A scientist who specializes in astrophysics, studying the physical and chemical properties, behaviors, and evolution of celestial bodies and the universe.

Example

"The astrophysicist analyzed the light spectra from distant galaxies to measure the rate of cosmic expansion."

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astronomically
astronomy
astrophysical
astrophysicist
astroturf
astroturfing
astute

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 19th century from 'astrophysics' and the suffix '-ist', combining Ancient Greek 'astron' (star) and 'ta physika' (the natural things).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Astrophysicist. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/astrophysicist
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