Diachronic

Pronunciation: /ˈdiəˈkɹɑnɪk/

Diachronic (adj)

  1. Looking at how something develops and changes across different periods of time.
  2. Using a historical approach to study events, ideas, or systems by their earlier and later forms.

Diachronic (adjective)

Examples

  • The study shows change over time in the language.
  • Researchers track change over time using diachronic evidence.