Planetary Definition & Meaning

planetary
adjective
  1. of or relating to or resembling the physical or orbital characteristics of a planet or the planets; "planetary motion"; "planetary year"
  2. of or relating to or characteristic of the planet Earth or its inhabitants; "planetary rumblings and eructations"- L.C.Eiseley ; "the planetary tilt"; "this terrestrial ball"
  3. having no fixed course; "an erratic comet"; "his life followed a wandering course"; "a planetary vagabond"
  4. involving the entire earth; not limited or provincial in scope; "global war"; "global monetary policy"; "neither national nor continental but planetary"; "a world crisis"; "of worldwide significance"

"Planetary" in song lyrics

See how planetary is used in real songs:

  • "Planetary"
    Army of the Pharaohs — Bloody Tears
  • "...It's the raw, Planetary"
    Jedi Mind Tricks f/ Apathy, Planetary — When You Need Me
  • "Warchild, Planetary"
    Outerspace — Top Shelf

Usage tips for "planetary"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "planetary" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for planetary to find words that pair well.

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