Definitions

1. noun

Something that is out of place in terms of time or period, often referring to the presence of a modern element in a historical or ancient context.

“The anachronistic use of a smartphone in a medieval painting is a clear example of its artistic inaccuracy.”

2. noun

An object, idea, or style that is out of place in a particular time or context.

“The anachronism of a modern car in a historical film set is a distraction from the story.”