Historic — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /hi-ˈstȯr-ik/ his·tor·ic

Meaning & Definition of Historic

Historic (adjective)

  1. historical
  2. famous or important in history
  3. having great and lasting importance

Origin & Etymology of Historic

First known use: 1594

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Historic

Frequently Asked Questions about Historic

What does "Historic" mean?

"Historic" means historical. As an adjective, it is defined as: historical. It has 3 distinct senses.

Is "Historic" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Historic" is an adjective.

Is "Historic" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B1-level word, "Historic" is typical of Cambridge B1 Preliminary (PET), IELTS band 4.0–5.0, TOEFL iBT 42–71, PTE Academic 43–58, TOEIC Listening & Reading 550+.

How do you pronounce "Historic"?

"Historic" is pronounced /hi-ˈstȯr-ik/ and divided into syllables as his·tor·ic.

What is the origin of the word "Historic"?

First known use: 1594.

What CEFR level is "Historic"?

"Historic" is a B1-level word in SophDict's CEFR vocabulary lists, which group English words from A1 (beginner) to C2 (proficient).

What topics is "Historic" used in?

"Historic" is commonly used in topics such as School & Education.