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Anachronism
01
an object from one time period appearing in another where it does not belong
Examples
The film featured a wristwatch — an obvious anachronism in a medieval setting.
That Roman soldier 's sunglasses were a glaring anachronism.
02
something occurring at a time when it could not have existed or happened
Examples
The speech referenced events that had n't yet occurred — an unintentional anachronism.
The timeline of the story was riddled with anachronisms.
03
someone whose behavior, beliefs, or style feels more suited to a different era
Examples
He 's a charming anachronism, still writing letters by hand.
Her values made her feel like an anachronism in the modern workplace.
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