Chronicles
0 antonyms and opposites of Chronicles, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A written record of events set down in the order they happened.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Chronicles” mean?
The word “Chronicles” means a written record of events set down in the order they happened. In plain terms, a record of historical events told in the order they occurred, or the biblical books of that name.
How do you use “Chronicles” in a sentence?
Here is “Chronicles” used in a sentence: “The monk kept detailed chronicles of the abbey's history.”
What part of speech is “Chronicles”?
“Chronicles” is a noun.
Is “Chronicles” a common word?
“Chronicles” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Chronicles” have?
“Chronicles” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a written record of events set down in the order they happened.
What is the difference between lowercase "chronicles" and capitalized "Chronicles"?
Lowercase "chronicles" refers generally to a written record of events set down in the order they happened, while capitalized "Chronicles" refers specifically to the two historical books of the Hebrew Bible and Christian Old Testament that retell the history of Israel and Judah. Capitalization signals whether the word is a common noun or the title of a specific biblical text.
What do the biblical books of Chronicles cover?
The two books of Chronicles retell the history of Israel and Judah, covering events also described elsewhere in the Hebrew Bible and Christian Old Testament. They are grouped among the historical books within that tradition.
Is "chronicle" the same as "chronicles"?
"Chronicle" can be the singular noun or a verb meaning to record events in order, while "chronicles" is typically the plural noun referring to a written record, or the capitalized biblical books. Context and capitalization determine which sense applies.