What does historically mean?
Historically means In a historic manner; with reference to history or the historical record..
Historically
/hɪˈstɒɹɪkli/ · adverb
Meaning
In a historic manner; with reference to history or the historical record..
Definitions by Sense
- In a historic manner; with reference to history or the historical record.
- According to history: formerly, in the past, traditionally.
- To an unprecedented or extremely rare degree.
Example Sentences
Historically speaking, this company has always collected payment before starting work.
Virtually all modern scholars of antiquity agree that Jesus existed historically.
Historically, this company collected payment before starting work.
Holden Matthews, 21, has been charged in connection with fires at three historically black churches in Louisiana.
In January, the anti-corruption organization Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington, or CREW, released a detailed report on the historically unethical presidency of Donald Trump.
Synonyms for historically
Antonyms for historically
Related Words
Word Forms
- more historically
- most historically
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for historically?
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What is the opposite of historically?
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Historically speaking, this company has always collected payment before starting work.
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