Copernicus became a symbol, that of heliocentrism.
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Heliocentrism
Synonyms for "heliocentrism" (1 found)
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Closest matches (1)
Noun(1 words)
sun centered paradigm
Choosing the right synonym
- Closest matches in this entry: sun centered paradigm.
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Synonym selection checklist
- Match the part of speech before comparing meanings.
- Check whether the synonym changes intensity, formality, or emotional tone.
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When not to replace "heliocentrism"
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Replacement workflow
1. Preserve meaning
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2. Tune tone
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Final fit check
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Sample sentences
5 total sentences available.
1923, Felix Adler, "The Reconstruction of the Spiritual Ideal," American Ethical Union, 68. Geocentrism has been displaced by heliocentrism. Heliocentrism, in turn, the claim of the sun, surrounded by its satellites, to a sovereign place in the heavens, has become ridiculous in the face of the wilderness of suns that people the abysses beyond us.
Source: wiktionary
It wasn't until the Renaissance that scientists such as Nicolaus Copernicus and Galileo Galilei showed proof for heliocentrism, or the idea that the planets moved around the sun.
Source: wiktionary
You would think the practitioners of the dismal science of economics would look at their demand curves and the data on incomes and taxes and pronounce a verdict, the way Galileo and Copernicus did when they showed that geocentrism was a fantasy because the Earth revolves around the sun (known as heliocentrism).
Source: wiktionary
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Common questions
What are the closest synonyms for "heliocentrism"?
Closest matches include sun centered paradigm.
How should I check whether a synonym fits "heliocentrism"?
Compare the replacement against real sentence context. This entry includes sample sentences so you can check tone, grammar, and meaning before swapping words.