Time and History

marking the years before Christ's supposed birth

The ancient civilization of Mesopotamia flourished around 3000 BC.

a period of history marked by particular features or events

The fall of the Berlin Wall marked the beginning of a new era in European politics.

a period of one thousand years, usually calculated from the year of the birth of Jesus Christ

Historians study events that occurred during the first millennium AD to understand ancient civilizations.

relating to a time span of a thousand years

The ancient ruins provide insights into millennial civilizations.

a period of one hundred years

Climate change is one of the most serious issues of this century.

ten years of time

It's been a decade since I last visited my hometown.

the number of years something has existed or someone has been alive

Age is just a number; it doesn't define your capabilities.

organized according to the order that the events occurred in

The historical events were presented in chronological order.

time that is endless

Gazing up at the starry night sky, he felt as though he could get lost in the vastness of eternity.

happening at the end of a process or a particular period of time

After years of hard work and dedication, he finally achieved his eventual goal of becoming a successful entrepreneur.

in a way that happens once every year

The insurance premium is paid annually.

taking place twice a year

The company holds biannual meetings to review progress and set new goals.

for an unspecified period of time

The event has been postponed indefinitely due to unforeseen circumstances.

after a particular event or time

She moved to France and subsequently began studying art.

at exactly the same time

The two dancers performed different routines simultaneously on the stage.

at an earlier time

Guests must submit dietary requests beforehand.

regularly and with short time in between

He checks his email frequently throughout the day.

with no delay and at once

The digital transaction was completed instantly.

(of a person) having filled a specific status or position in an earlier period

The former president of the company retired last year.

referring to the second of two things mentioned

n the debate between the two proposals, the latter argument was more compelling.

a year in every four years that has 366 days instead of 365

2020 was a leap year, so it had 366 days instead of the usual 365.

typical or customary for a specific time of year

They enjoyed seasonal fruits and vegetables from the local farmer's market.

either of the two times of the year when the sun reaches its farthest or closest distance from the equator

The winter solstice marks the shortest day and longest night of the year, a time when darkness holds sway over the land and the world seems to stand still.

happening repeatedly or continuously in an annoying or problematic way

The continual noise from the construction site disrupted the neighborhood's peace.

the time in the very early morning when the first sunlight appears

the time after sun sets that is not yet completely dark

As the sky turned a deep shade of orange, signaling the onset of dusk, the city's lights began to flicker on, casting a warm glow over the streets.

the time span in which earth orbits the sun

a period of 12 lunar months (the time span between two new moons), which is around 354 days

after the time mentioned or in the future

I'll finish the task later on, after I take a break.

relating or belonging to the time before history was recorded

Archaeologists discovered prehistoric artifacts in the cave.

characteristic of an early stage of human or animal evolution

The cave paintings depict the life of primitive man.

a society that has developed its own culture and institutions in a particular period of time or place

Ancient Egypt is considered one of the greatest civilizations in history.

someone who studies or records historical events

The historian spent years researching ancient Roman battles.

belonging or related to the Middle Ages, the period in European history from roughly the 5th to the 15th century

The castle is a masterpiece of medieval architecture, complete with towers and battlements.

an idealized or imagined period of peace, prosperity, and happiness

The novel depicted a golden age of harmony in the kingdom.

to store or preserve documents or records for long-term keeping and future use

They decided to archive the historical documents in the library's special collections.

a person's lineage or social background

used to refer to a date that is after the birth of Jesus Christ

The ancient city was founded in 753 BC and later became a significant hub during the Roman Empire, enduring until AD 476.

a structure built in honor of a public figure or a special event

The towering monument was erected in honor of the soldiers who fought bravely in the war.

the time period beginning with the traditionally recognized year of Christ's birth, used as a secular alternative to Anno Domini

The Renaissance occurred in the 14th century of the Common Era.