How to Pronounce Anachronistic

To pronounce "anachronistic", say AN-achr-on-ist-ic — 5 syllables, IPA /əˌnæk.ɹəˈnɪs.tɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/əˌnæk.ɹəˈnɪs.tɪk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “anachronistic”

"anachronistic" has 5 syllables: an-achr-on-ist-ic. It rhymes with altruistic and narcissistic, if that helps it stick.

What does anachronistic mean?

adjective

Erroneous in date; containing an anachronism; in a wrong time; not applicable to or not appropriate for the time.
“If you know where to look in the movie, you can spot an anachronistic wrist watch on one of the Roman soldiers.”
(of a person) Having opinions from the past; preferring things or values of the past; behind the times; overly conservative.

Synonyms

anachronistical anachronous behind the times old-fashioned traditional antiquated obsolete outdated

Words that rhyme with anachronistic

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

altruistic narcissistic characteristic optimistic antagonistic sadistic heuristic holistic artistic realistic autistic hedonistic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "anachronistic"?▾

"Anachronistic" has 5 syllables: an · achr · on · ist · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "anachronistic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "anachronistic" is /əˌnæk.ɹəˈnɪs.tɪk/.

What does "anachronistic" mean?▾

Anachronistic: Erroneous in date; containing an anachronism; in a wrong time; not applicable to or not appropriate for the time.

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