Definition
cosmogonist
noun
- a person who studies or theorizes about the origin and development of the universe or cosmos
Usage: formal; academic
Examples
- The cosmogonist presented a new theory about how galaxies formed in the early universe.
- Ancient cosmogonists relied on mythology and observation to explain the creation of the world.
- Modern cosmogonists use data from telescopes and satellites to study cosmic origins.
- She became a cosmogonist after years of studying astrophysics and theoretical physics.
- The conference brought together leading cosmogonists to discuss the Big Bang theory.