Heliocentric

Synonyms of heliocentric

• solar-centered
• sun-centered

Antonyms of heliocentric

• geocentric
• earth-centered

Collocations of heliocentric

heliocentric theory

Frequency: 80 %

The heliocentric theory proposed by Copernicus revolutionized our understanding of the solar system.

heliocentric system

Frequency: 70 %

The heliocentric system contrasts with the geocentric system, which placed Earth at the center of the universe.

heliocentric model

Frequency: 65 %

The heliocentric model of the solar system places the sun at the center with planets orbiting around it.

heliocentric view

Frequency: 50 %

Galileo's observations through his telescope supported the heliocentric view of the solar system.

Idiomatic Expressions for heliocentric

• Phrase: heliocentric theory
  Meaning: the idea that the sun is at the center of the solar system, as opposed to the geocentric theory which placed the Earth at the center
  Usage: Copernicus is credited with proposing the heliocentric theory in the 16th century.