Historical - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |hɪˈstɔːrɪkl|  American pronunciation of the word historical
Brit.  |hɪˈstɒrɪk(ə)l|  British pronunciation of the word historical

adjective

- having once lived or existed or taken place in the real world as distinct from being legendary
the historical Jesus
doubt that a historical Camelot every existed
actual historical events
- belonging to the past; of what is important or famous in the past (syn: historic)
historical (or historic) times
a historical character

Extra examples

He strove for historical accuracy in the movie.

The kings are listed in historical order.

It is important to look at the novel in its historical context.

Was King Arthur a real historical figure?

How historically significant is this discovery?

The historical details add depth to his story.

The novel is full of historical details.

The novel is full of historical detail.

The book puts these events in their proper historical and social contexts.

This building should be preserved because of its historical significance.

His novel is based on historical occurrences but it blurs the line between fact and fiction.

...an abecedarian approach to historical study...

The collection includes an eclectic mix of historical artifacts.

...the historical record of this pharaoh's life and reign is fragmentary at best...

...the actress's work runs the gamut from goofy comedies to serious historical dramas...

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