1. not based on or concerned with history; lacking historical basis or accuracy
2. not relating to or involving the study of history

Examples

• The novel is a nonhistorical work of pure fiction.
• Many fairy tales are nonhistorical stories passed down through generations.
• The movie takes a nonhistorical approach to the medieval period.
• Her research focuses on nonhistorical aspects of literature.
• The legend contains nonhistorical elements that cannot be verified.
• Critics argued that the documentary was largely nonhistorical.
• The play blends historical facts with nonhistorical dramatic elements.