What is another word for constellations?
Pronunciation: [kɒnstɪlˈe͡ɪʃənz] (IPA) 
Constellations, a word that describes a group of stars that form a recognizable pattern, can be replaced by many synonyms. These include star clusters, asterisms, celestial bodies, star patterns, and galaxies. Star clusters refer to a group of stars that are physically close to each other in the sky, while asterisms describe a smaller group of stars within a constellation. Celestial bodies refer to all the objects in space, including planets, asteroids, and comets. Star patterns describe a group of stars that form a recognizable arrangement in the sky, while galaxies are much larger collections of stars, gas, and dust held together by gravity. Regardless of which synonym is used, the beauty and wonder of the night sky continue to amaze and inspire us.
