Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

chronological

Adjective

/ˌkrɒn.əˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl/

Definition

arranged in the order of time when events occurred or a sequence of events or information.

Examples

She organized the events in chronological order to make it easier to follow the story.
The documentary presented the historical events in a chronological timeline.
To understand the plot better, it’s helpful to watch the films in chronological sequence.

Meaning

The term ‘chronological’ refers to the sequence in which events happen, from the earliest to the latest. It is often used in the context of timelines or histories to indicate a linear progression of time.