1. Plural of ahistoricism; instances or examples of disregard for or denial of historical context, development, or accuracy.
Usage: academic; formal
2. The philosophical or critical approach of treating ideas, texts, or events as if they exist outside of or independent from their historical circumstances.
Usage: academic; formal; philosophy

Examples

• The critic's ahistoricisms in analyzing medieval literature ignored the social conditions of the time.
• Scholars warned against the ahistoricisms present in the film's portrayal of ancient Rome.
• The essay contained several ahistoricisms that undermined its credibility.
• Ahistoricisms in political discourse often lead to misunderstandings of past events.
• The author's ahistoricisms reflected a tendency to judge historical figures by modern standards.
• Literary theory has long grappled with ahistoricisms in textual interpretation.