astrophysics meaning

Definition of astrophysics

1. the branch of astronomy concerned with the physical and chemical properties of celestial bodies

   Type of: astronomy

   Kinds: cosmology

   Related forms: astrophysical, astrophysicist

astrophysics in a sentence

• This is one of the greatest mysteries in astrophysics.
• He wants to go to college to study astrophysics.
• James began his degree in astrophysics because he wanted to become an astronaut.
• Tom has a PhD in astrophysics.

How to pronounce astrophysics

astrophysics is pronounced /ˌæstroʊˈfɪzɪks/ in American English. It has 4 syllables, with the stress on the third syllable.

Words that rhyme with astrophysics

• metaphysics