historic period
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Definition
Noun: 1. A distinct and significant span of time in the past, characterized by specific events, developments, or features: A "historic period" is a defined segment of history marked by particular conditions, trends, or occurrences that give it a unique identity. 2. An era or age with a defining characteristic: It refers to a time in history known for a specific, dominant quality, movement, or circumstance.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The Renaissance is a historic period known for a great revival of art and learning.
- Studying a historic period helps us understand the causes of major social changes.
- We live in a historic period defined by rapid digital communication.
Advanced Usage
- "to go down in history as a historic period": To be remembered in the future as a very significant era.
- The years following the great discovery will go down in history as a historic period of scientific advancement.
Variants and Related Words
- Historical period (n): Often used interchangeably with "historic period" to mean an era in the past.
- The museum's exhibit focuses on life in a specific historical period.
- Epoch (n): A particular period of time marked by distinctive features or events.
- Age (n): A long and distinct period of history.
- We live in a litigious age.
- Era (n): A long and distinct period of history with a particular feature or characteristic.
Synonyms
- Era: A long and distinct period of history.
- Age: A particular period in history.
- Epoch: A period of time in history marked by notable events or characteristics.
Related Phrases
- Period piece (n): A play, film, or other work set in a specific historic period.
- The film is a period piece set in the Victorian era.
Noun
- an era of history having some distinctive feature
- we live in a litigious age