Nova
Nova noun - A star that ejects some of its material in the form of a cloud and become more luminous in the process.
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Synonyms for Nova
Supernova and nova are semantically related. in variable star that suddenly erupts topic. In some cases you can use "Supernova" instead a noun "Nova".
Nearby Word: novation
Supernova
Supernova noun - A person or thing that is successful.
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Technically any nova or supernova, since they come from stars, which require a hell of a lot of mass to even become a star, whether or not they explode.
Source: Big Bulky Bomb -
In more than one work of fiction, a star like the sun is said to end its life by "going nova." The implication is that a nova is merely a supernova on a smaller scale.
Source: Artistic License Astronomy -
In theory any explosion in space or similar event (supernova, nova, etc) would fit this trope.
Source: Sphere of Destruction
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