Heliastic

/ˌhɛliˈæstɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to the Heliaea court or the heliasts of ancient Athens.

Etymology

Derived from 'heliast' with the suffix '-ic,' forming an adjective meaning 'of or relating to.' Used in historical and classical studies.

Kelly Says

The Heliaea was so democratic it was sometimes chaotic—speeches called 'probouleutic' could take hours, and while some heliasts dozed off, others voted on the fate of famous philosophers like Socrates!

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