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Annals

Verb / ˈænʌlz / Another word for annals — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a record of events arranged in yearly sequence

Synonyms & similar words

chronologicalrecord chronicles records history archives journals diaries memoirs registers logbooks yearbooks annexes annuities compilations ledger narratives stories tales accounts catalogs directory

Synonyms by register

Formal

records chronicles histories archives

Informal

logs accounts reports

Literary

recollections memoirs

Antonyms

future novelty newness unrecorded unwritten unaccounted

Common collocations

  • historical annals
  • annual annals
  • annals of science
  • annals of history
  • annals of medicine
  • annals of parliament
  • annals of the church

Word family

noun annals

Usage note

Annals refers to historical records, typically arranged year by year. It is often used in formal or academic contexts, especially when referring to specific institutions or fields of study.

Example sentences

  1. The annals of science have been written for centuries.
  2. The annals of the school show that John was a good student.
  3. The annals of the city tell us about its founding.
  4. The annals of the company show its growth over time.
  5. The annals of the family were passed down from generation to generation.

Quotes

  • The annals of history are full of stories of great leaders and their accomplishments.
  • The annals of science are filled with amazing discoveries and advances.
  • The annals of literature contain some of the greatest works ever written.

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