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history

[ˈhɪstəri]

history Definition

  • 1the study of past events, particularly in human affairs
  • 2the whole series of past events connected with someone or something

Using history: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "history" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She is studying history at university.

  • Example

    The history of the Roman Empire is fascinating.

  • Example

    The company has a long history of innovation and success.

  • Example

    The book provides a detailed history of the American Civil War.

history Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for history

Idioms Using history

  • history repeats itself

    events tend to repeat themselves over time, often in similar patterns

    Example

    The rise and fall of empires throughout history shows that history repeats itself.

  • a person or event that is not significant enough to be remembered or have a lasting impact on history

    Example

    Despite his efforts, he will likely be just a footnote in history.

  • an event or decision that marks a significant change in the course of history

    Example

    The invention of the printing press was a turning point in history, allowing for the widespread dissemination of knowledge.

Phrases with history

  • to do something that will be remembered as important or groundbreaking

    Example

    By winning the championship, they made history for their school.

  • something that happened a long time ago and is no longer important or relevant

    Example

    The argument we had last week is ancient history now.

  • a reinterpretation of historical events that often challenges commonly held beliefs about the past

    Example

    Some people argue that the recent trend of revising history is an attempt to rewrite the past.

Origins of history

from Greek 'historia', meaning 'inquiry, knowledge acquired by investigation'

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Summary: history in Brief

The term 'history' [ˈhɪstəri] refers to the study of past events, particularly in human affairs, and the series of past events connected with someone or something. It encompasses everything from personal stories to global events, such as 'The history of the Roman Empire is fascinating.' Phrases like 'make history' and idioms like 'history repeats itself' highlight the significance of certain events in shaping our world.

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