Definition

Not based on or not considering historical facts or events.

Example

The movie was criticized for its unhistorical portrayal of the events.

Conversation

I just read that book about ancient civilizations.

Oh, really? I heard it has some unhistorical claims.

Yeah, some parts seemed a bit off to me, like they ignored key events.

Exactly! It's frustrating when authors don't stick to the facts.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unhistorical → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "historical" (from Greek "historikos", meaning relating to history). The word "unhistorical" means not relating to or based on history.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') relating to 'history' ('historical') — that's why unhistorical means something that is not based on history.

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