modern (Meaning)
modern (n)
a contemporary person
a typeface (based on an 18th century design by Gianbattista Bodoni) distinguished by regular shape and hairline serifs and heavy downstrokes
modern (a)
belonging to the modern era; since the Middle Ages
modern (s)
relating to a recently developed fashion or style
characteristic of present-day art and music and literature and architecture
ahead of the times
used of a living language; being the current stage in its development
modern (a.)
Of or pertaining to the present time, or time not long past; late; not ancient or remote in past time; of recent period; as, modern days, ages, or time; modern authors; modern fashions; modern taste; modern practice.
New and common; trite; commonplace.
modern (n.)
A person of modern times; -- opposed to ancient.
Synonyms & Antonyms of modern
Synonyms:
Antonyms:
- olden
- musty
- antediluvian
- musty
- bygone
- out-of-date
- old-fashioned
- old
- hoary
- archaic
- venerable
- anachronistic
- bygone
- anachronistic
- out-of-date
- past
- venerable
- historical
- antiquated
- fusty
- historic
- age-old
- ancient
- dated
- antiquated
- dated
- historical
- old-time
- ancient
- old-time
- antediluvian
- fusty
- old-fashioned
- archaic
- former
- old
- past
- age-old
- olden
- former
- antique
- antique
- hoary
- historic
modern Sentence Examples
- The modern smartphone has revolutionized communication and computing.
- Modern medicine has made significant advancements, improving life expectancy and quality.
- The modern workplace is characterized by technology and flexible working arrangements.
- Modern architecture showcases innovative designs and sustainable materials.
- Modern art often explores unconventional forms, concepts, and mediums.
- Modern music blends diverse genres and embraces new technologies.
- Modern education emphasizes critical thinking, problem-solving, and digital literacy.
- Modern psychology focuses on evidence-based treatments and the exploration of mental health.
- Modern transportation systems prioritize efficiency, accessibility, and environmental sustainability.
- Modern society values diversity, inclusion, and global connectivity.
FAQs About the word modern
a contemporary person, a typeface (based on an 18th century design by Gianbattista Bodoni) distinguished by regular shape and hairline serifs and heavy downstro
stylish, designer, contemporary,new, fashionable, current, modernistic, ultramodern, up-to-date, futuristic
olden, musty, antediluvian, musty, bygone, out-of-date, old-fashioned, old, hoary,archaic
The modern smartphone has revolutionized communication and computing.
Modern medicine has made significant advancements, improving life expectancy and quality.
The modern workplace is characterized by technology and flexible working arrangements.
Modern architecture showcases innovative designs and sustainable materials.
