contemporary

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Learn the meaning of contemporary with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.

contemporary

(adjective)

Meaning

existing in the same time period

Example

"The contemporary art exhibition showcased works from various talented artists."

Synonyms

moderncurrent

Antonyms

ancientold-fashioned

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'contemporarius', meaning belonging to the same time.
Related word forms
  • noun: contemporaneity