Extraterrestrial: From Latin Roots to Life Beyond Earth

To the point

Extraterrestrial means anything from outside Earth, used as a noun or adjective for life, rocks, or environments on other planets, derived from Latin extra meaning outside and terra meaning Earth, and it is used by scientists to discuss possible life beyond our atmosphere as well as in culture to imagine space travelers.

Extraterrestrial - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vocabulary.com

Extraterrestrial - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

Use the adjective extraterrestrial to describe anything that comes from or exists outside of the earth, like life on a distant planet, material from an asteroid, or even the sun.