Meaning & Definition of word "Chronicle"

Chronicle

/ˈkrɒnɪkəl/

1. A detailed and factual account of a series of events in chronological order.
- Example: The history book was a comprehensive chronicle of the events leading up to the war.
2. A historical record or narrative.
- Example: The chronicles of ancient Rome provide insights into its culture and society.

1. To record events in chronological order.
- Example: The journalist was tasked to chronicle the significant moments of the political campaign.
2. To tell or write about a series of events.
- Example: She plans to chronicle her travels through Europe in a blog.

Middle English: from Old French 'chronique', from Latin 'chronica', from Greek 'khronika' (neuter plural), from 'khronos', meaning time.

historical chronicle:

A comprehensive record of past events, especially those of a historical nature.

to chronicle events:

To make a detailed record of events as they happen.

living chronicle:

A person or work that represents a continuous narrative of experiences or events.

chronology:

The arrangement of events in the order of their occurrence.

chronicler:

A person who records or narrates events in the form of a chronicle.

chronological:

Arranged in the order of time.

Meaning: A long-winded recounting of an event.

Example Sentence: He gave me a real chronicle of what happened last night at the party.

Meaning: A timely or ongoing update about events.

Example Sentence: She always has the latest chronicle about the happenings in the office.