Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

historical account

noun

/hɪˈstɔːrɪkəl əˈkaʊnt/

Definition

A description or narrative that provides details about past events, focusing on their significance and context.

Examples

A historical account of World War II provides insight into the causes and consequences of the conflict.
The author wrote a detailed historical account of the city’s founding.
Her historical account of the civil rights movement highlighted key figures and events.

Meaning

An account that aims to represent the events from the past accurately and help the reader understand the importance of those events in a broader context.