anatopistic (C2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˌæn.əˈtɒp.ɪs.tɪk/
Definition
Incorrectly or anachronistically placed in a particular time or place.
Examples
The historian pointed out that the painting contained several anatopistic elements, such as a modern-looking clock in a medieval setting.
Many fantasy novels feature anatopistic details that break the immersion for readers who know the historical period well.
How to Use anatopistic
- anatopistic element (collocation)
- A detail or feature that is incorrectly placed in time or location. — "The author included an anatopistic element by having a character use a smartphone in a story set in the 1800s."
- anatopistic detail (collocation)
- A specific piece of information or description that is wrong regarding its time or place. — "The documentary was praised for its historical accuracy, with no anatopistic details to distract the viewer."
- anatopistic portrayal (collocation)
- A depiction or representation that contains errors in time or place. — "His anatopistic portrayal of the ancient battle angered history buffs."
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