chronology (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /krəˈnɒlədʒi/

Definition

The arrangement of events or dates in the order of their occurrence.

Examples

• The book provides a detailed chronology of the Roman Empire.

• Historians are still debating the exact chronology of the ancient battle.

• We need to establish a clear chronology of events to understand what happened.

How to Use chronology

chronology of (prepositional phrase)

Indicating what the sequence of events relates to. — "The chronology of the pharaohs is complex."

Synonyms of chronology

Words with a similar meaning to chronology:

• timeline
• sequence
• succession
• order

Antonyms of chronology

Words with the opposite meaning to chronology:

• disorder
• anarchy

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