chronicle
noun/verb
A factual written account of important historical events in chronological order; to record events in a chronological order.
Etymology
From Greek khronika "annals, historical records," from khronikos "of time," from khronos "time."
Examples in Use
- 1.
"The medieval chronicle detailed three centuries of royal succession."
- 2.
"Journalists chronicled the revolution as it unfolded."
- 3.
"Her diary became a chronicle of life during the pandemic."
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Fun Fact
The word "chronicle" shares its root with "chronological" and "chronic." The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, begun in the 9th century, is one of the most important sources for early English history.
Word Game Tips
Letters: 9 letters (C, H, R, O, N, I, C, L, E)
Scrabble Value: 16 points
Tip: Words ending in "LE" are often good scoring opportunities.
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