historically

Word parts

historic + -ally

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /hɪˈstɒrɪkəli/

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• Hyphenation: his‧tor‧ic‧al‧ly

Adverb

Positive historically

Comparative more historically

Superlative most historically

1. If something is historically true, it relates to history or past events.

   The building is historically significant.

   Historically, this area was known for its trade routes.

2. If something has happened over a long period of time or in the past, it is historically true.

   Historically, people have traveled by horse and carriage.

   Historically, the climate in this region has been warm.

Related words

• historic
• history