adjective
- opposed to or rejecting the study, importance, or methods of history; contrary to historical fact or understanding
Usage: formal; academic
Examples
- The philosopher criticized the antihistorical approach that ignored centuries of cultural development.
- Some argue that the new policy is antihistorical because it contradicts well-documented precedent.
- The antihistorical stance of the movement rejected traditional narratives entirely.
- Critics called the interpretation antihistorical for dismissing primary sources.
- An antihistorical worldview may overlook important lessons from the past.