CEFR B1

historic

adjective

Meaning

Famous or important in history, or potentially so in the future.

Examples

The discovery of penicillin was a historic moment for medicine.
They are hoping to make historic changes to the company's structure.

Synonyms: important, significant, memorable, momentous

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historic (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /hɪˈstɔːrɪk/

Definition

Famous or important in history, or potentially so in the future.

Examples

The discovery of penicillin was a historic moment for medicine.
They are hoping to make historic changes to the company's structure.
The building is a historic landmark, visited by thousands every year.

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