Heliogabalus
Varius Avitus Bassianus; "Marcus Aurelius Antoninus", a.d. 204–222, Roman emperor 218–222.
- Also Elagabalus.
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How to use Heliogabalus in a sentence
The sensual and abominable Carinus displayed the extravagancies of Heliogabalus, aggravated by the cruelty of Domitian.
The Catacombs of Rome | William Henry WithrowIf the ghost of Heliogabalus haunts the villa'd shore, it is with no hope of resuming the imperial crown.
From the Easy Chair, series 2 | George William CurtisIt is a wonder that the horoscopes of Heliogabalus and Jack the Painter should have been lacking.
The Funny Side of Physic | A. D. CrabtreAt the table of Heliogabalus the combs of Cocks were an esteemed service; which country stomacks will not admit at ours.
The Works of Sir Thomas Browne (Volume 2 of 3) | Thomas BrowneThe latest additions, of no special importance, took place under Julia Mamaea and Heliogabalus.
British Dictionary definitions for Heliogabalus
Elagabalus
/ (ˌhiːlɪəʊˈɡæbələs) /
original name Varius Avitus Bassianus. ?204–222 ad, Roman emperor (218–222). His reign was notorious for debauchery and extravagance
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