anachronic
|a-na-chro-nic|
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/ˌænəˈkrɒnɪk/
out of time
Etymology
Etymology Information
'anachronic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'anachronismos,' where 'ana-' meant 'against' and 'chronos' meant 'time.'
Historical Evolution
'anachronismos' transformed into the Latin word 'anachronismus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'anachronism' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'against time,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'out of its proper time period.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or characterized by anachronism; out of its proper time period.
The film's anachronic elements confused the audience.
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Last updated: 2025/07/25 22:51