Historical discontinuity
Example: The historian argued that the war marked a significant historical discontinuity.
Definition
"Historical discontinuity" refers to a significant break or interruption in the continuity of historical events, periods, or developments, indicating a clear shift or change that separates one era or pattern from another, often marking a turning point in history.
Etymology
The term "historical discontinuity" combines 'historical,' derived from the Greek 'historikos,' meaning 'pertaining to history,' and 'discontinuity,' from Latin roots meaning 'not continuous.' It highlights the concept of breaks or shifts in the flow of history, emphasizing moments where normal progression is interrupted.
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"Historical discontinuity" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (C2) - set 1", containing 212 commonly used words.
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