Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
aphelia
noun
/ˌæf.ɪˈliː.ə/
Definition
The state or condition of being farthest from the sun in the orbit of a planet or other celestial body.
Examples
- The Earth experiences aphelia once a year when it is farthest from the sun.
- During aphelia, the sunlight is less intense, making some regions cooler.
- Scientists study the aphelia of various planets to understand their orbits better.
Meaning
Aphelia refers specifically to the point in an object’s orbit where it is at the greatest distance from the sun.
Synonyms
- maximum distance
- farthest point
