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Cosmonaut vs. Astronaut
Cosmonaut
Examples:
The cosmonaut gazed at the distant stars in awe.A cosmonaut's suit is designed for extreme conditions.Training a cosmonaut requires rigorous mental preparation.
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This word has no antonymsAstronaut
/ˈæstrənɔːt/Examples:
The training for an astronaut is exceptionally rigorous.Becoming an astronaut requires years of dedication and study.The mission commander, a seasoned astronaut, led the team.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Cosmonaut and astronaut both refer to space travelers, but they originated in different countries.
- Cosmonaut is linked to Russia and its space programs, emphasizing the Russian language root cosmos, meaning universe.
- Astronaut is linked to the United States, and uses the Greek root astro, meaning star.
- When you think of cosmonauts, think of Russian space history and achievements.
- When you think of astronauts, reference American or other Western space endeavors.
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