chronological

What does “chronological” mean?

adjective.starting with the earliest and following the order in which they occurred.

SAT Usage

Chronological often appears in passages related to history, literature, or science, emphasizing the sequence of events or developments over time. It highlights the importance of understanding how earlier events influence later ones, distinguishing it from terms like "concurrent," which refers to events happening simultaneously rather than in a sequence.

Common Confusions

Chronological implies a sequence of events arranged by time, while concurrent usually suggests events occurring at the same time without regard to their order.

Example Sentences

• Present the events in chronological order for clarity.

Word Parts: How to Remember “chronological”

Break “chronological” into its parts: -chron- (time). Knowing roots like these helps you decode unfamiliar SAT vocabulary.

• Root: -chron- time (Greek)