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Supergiant
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a type of star that is extremely large and luminous, often much larger and brighter than the Sun
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The study of supergiants helps scientists understand the life cycles of the universe’s most massive stars.
Betelgeuse is a prominent supergiant located in the Orion constellation.
The discovery of a new supergiant in a distant galaxy has excited astronomers.
The supergiant known as Antares is one of the most luminous stars visible from Earth.
VY Canis Majoris is one of the largest known supergiants, with a size thousands of times greater than the Sun.
