Crossword clue
Bright core of a galaxy crossword clue
We have 8 answers for the clue “Bright core of a galaxy”, from 3–7 letters. The most likely answer is QUASAR.
All answers for “Bright core of a galaxy”
| Answer | Letters | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 3-letter answers | ||
| HUB | 3 | Central part |
| 5-letter answers | ||
| BULGE | 5 | Dense central group of stars |
| HEART | 5 | Innermost part |
| 6-letter answers | ||
| QUASAR Best match | 6 | Brilliant active centre of a remote galaxy |
| BLAZAR | 6 | Active core with a jet aimed at Earth |
| CENTRE | 6 | Middle of a galaxy, British spelling |
| CENTER | 6 | Middle of a galaxy, American spelling |
| 7-letter answers | ||
| NUCLEUS | 7 | Central region of a galaxy |
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What does “Bright core of a galaxy” mean?
An astronomy definition. A quasar is the extremely luminous centre of a distant galaxy, powered by matter falling into a supermassive black hole; the clue may also be after a more general word for a galactic centre.
Solving tip
QUASAR (6) is the answer in nearly every case, and its Q and U are useful for crossing entries. BLAZAR is a six-letter alternative sharing the final -AR, so check the first letters.
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to the crossword clue "Bright core of a galaxy"?
The most likely answer is QUASAR (6 letters) — Brilliant active centre of a remote galaxy. Other common answers are NUCLEUS (7), BLAZAR (6), BULGE (5), CENTRE (6).
How many letters are in the answer to "Bright core of a galaxy"?
Answers to "Bright core of a galaxy" range from 3–7 letters. Count the squares in your grid and use the length filter on this page to narrow the list.