post-historical
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/poʊst hɪˈstɔrɪkəl/
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/pəʊst hɪˈstɒrɪkəl/
beyond historical narratives
Etymology
Etymology Information
'post-historical' originates from the prefix 'post-' meaning 'after' and the word 'historical' meaning 'related to history'.
Historical Evolution
'Post-historical' combines the prefix 'post-' with 'historical', a term that has been used since the 17th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'after the historical period', but over time it evolved to imply a state beyond traditional historical narratives.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or denoting a period or state of affairs that is considered to be beyond or after the historical period.
The philosopher argued that we are living in a post-historical era.
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Last updated: 2025/06/19 17:12