stardust

/ˈstɑrdʌst/

Definitions

1. noun

very fine, glittering particles of matter, especially those thought to be remnants of a star, scattered throughout the universe

“The astronomer’s eyes sparkled as he gazed at the stardust swirling around the newly discovered black hole.”

2. noun

something beautiful or wonderful, but fragile and fleeting

“The fireworks exploded in a shower of stardust, lighting up the night sky with vibrant colors.”

3. noun

the remains of a star that have been scattered into space

“The scientists studied the stardust found in the meteorite to learn more about the origins of our solar system.”

4. noun

a small amount of something precious or valuable

“The stardust of her grandmother’s antique jewelry box was all that remained of a family heirloom.”

5. verb

to sprinkle or scatter something, especially something fine or glittering

“The artist stardusted the canvas with a mixture of paint and glitter, creating a mesmerizing effect.”

Synonyms

  • cosmic dust
  • space dust
  • star particles

Antonyms

  • dirt
  • grime