Anachronism


The meaning of the word Anachronism is: something that doesn't fit its time period, like if you say you'll "dial" your smartphone


Examples:

Since there were not laptop computers during the Civil War, the presence of a portable computer in the history film is a definite anachronism.

published by Brittni on 2021-10-08 23:55:37


These days the habit of introducing yourself to a new neighbor with a welcome gift has become an anachronism.

published by Art on 2021-03-22 20:07:58


Soon physical books will be completely replaced by e-books and will represent nothing more than an anachronism.

published by Willian on 2021-08-15 21:20:44


In today’s computer world, a floppy disk is an anachronism.

published by Bernetta on 2021-12-15 00:48:40


When I saw the ancient typewriter in the technology store, I knew I was looking at an anachronism.

published by Eli on 2021-05-02 21:39:21


It is always fun to go to my grandmother’s house and watch her anachronism, her large black and white television.

published by Vanessa on 2021-03-15 15:59:31


While some individuals still travel by train, most people view this mode of transportation as an anachronism.

published by Cierra on 2021-04-08 12:05:45


An author’s use of an airplane in a story set in the 1700’s is an example of a literary anachronism because airplanes did not exist during this century.

published by Kimberley on 2021-12-21 00:23:46


Since the old mafia boss still took pride in family loyalty, he was considered an anachronism by the younger members of the mob who believed money was everything.

published by Georgiann on 2021-06-28 13:31:03


Because microwave ovens were not around in 1680, I had to circle this anachronism in your American colonies essay.

published by Leana on 2021-10-09 17:40:03


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