historicist


his·tor·i·cism

H0219200 (hĭ-stôr′ĭ-sĭz′əm, -stŏr′-)n.1. A theory that events are determined or influenced by conditions and inherent processes beyond the control of humans.2. The view that historical awareness is crucial for adequate understanding in a particular field or in general.3. Art & Architecture The deliberate use or revival of historical styles in contemporary works.4. Philosophy The view that historical periods should be studied without imposing anachronistic categories of evaluation.
his·tor′i·cist adj. & n.
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