Synonyms for epoch

Synonyms for (noun) epoch

Synonyms: epoch

Definition: a unit of geological time that is a subdivision of a period and is itself divided into ages

Similar words: geologic time, geological time

Definition: the time of the physical formation and development of the earth (especially prior to human history)


Synonyms: epoch, era

Definition: a period marked by distinctive character or reckoned from a fixed point or event

Similar words: time period, period, period of time

Definition: an amount of time

Usage: a time period of 30 years; hastened the period of time of his recovery; Picasso's blue period


Synonyms: epoch, date of reference

Definition: (astronomy) an arbitrarily fixed date that is the point in time relative to which information (as coordinates of a celestial body) is recorded

Similar words: date

Definition: the particular day, month, or year (usually according to the Gregorian calendar) that an event occurred

Usage: he tried to memorizes all the dates for his history class


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