Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
historical-interpretation
noun
/hɪsˈtɔːrɪkəl ˌɪntərprɪˈteɪʃən/
Definition
The process of analyzing and explaining the significance of historical events, texts, and contexts.
Examples
- Historical interpretation of ancient texts has revealed much about early civilizations.
- Different historians can offer varied historical interpretations of the same event.
- Her research focused on the historical interpretation of 19th-century social movements.
Meaning
Historical interpretation involves understanding and explaining the meaning of history based on available evidence, perspectives, and methodologies.
Synonyms
- historical analysis
- historical examination
- historical assessment
