diachronic

/ˌˈdaɪəˌkrɑnɪk/
IPA guide

Definitions of diachronic
  1. adjective
    used of the study of a phenomenon (especially language) as it changes through time
    “diachronic linguistics”
    synonyms: historical
    see moresee less
    antonyms:
    synchronic
    concerned with phenomena (especially language) at a particular period without considering historical antecedents
    synchronal, synchronic, synchronous
    occurring or existing at the same time or having the same period or phase
    show more antonyms...
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘diachronic'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family