Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
postbellum
Adjective
/poʊstˈbɛl.əm/
Definition
Relating to the period after a war, especially the American Civil War.
Examples
- Many architectural styles in the United States are influenced by postbellum aesthetics.
- The postbellum era saw significant changes in social structures and the economy.
- Historians study postbellum literature to understand the cultural shifts of the time.
Meaning
The term ‘postbellum’ is often used to refer to the time period following the end of a conflict, where society begins to rebuild and recover.
Synonyms
- postwar
- afterwar
- aftermath
