Definition

In a way that relates to the heliacal rising or setting of a star, especially the sun, which occurs just before dawn or just after sunset.

Example

The star appeared heliacally, marking the beginning of the new season.

Conversation

Did you notice how the stars appeared heliacally last night?

Yeah, it was amazing to see them rise just before dawn.

I love the way they look when they come up heliacally like that.

Me too! It makes the early morning feel so magical.

Root Explanation

Heliacally → It is formed from "helios" (ἥλιος) (meaning sun in Greek) and the suffix "-ally" (meaning in a manner). The word "heliacally" refers to something that occurs in relation to the sun, particularly in astronomy.

Memory Tip

Think of the Greek word for sun, 'helios', to remember that 'heliacally' means in relation to the sun.

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