Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

go-down-in-history

idiom
/ɡoʊ daʊn ɪn ˈhɪstəri/
Definition
To be remembered or recognized for a significant event or achievement in the past.
Examples
  • Winning the championship will ensure that the team goes down in history.
  • Her groundbreaking research will go down in history as a pivotal moment in science.
Meaning
This phrase refers to someone or something that will be noted in the historical record because of their importance, impact, or contribution.
Synonyms
  • be remembered
  • make a mark
  • be part of history