CEFR B2

contemporary

adjective

Meaning

Belonging to or occurring in the present period of time.

Examples

The novel is a contemporary work of fiction.
Many contemporary issues are discussed in the book.

Synonyms: modern, current, present-day, up-to-date, coeval

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contemporary (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /kənˈtɛmpərɛri/

Definition

Belonging to or occurring in the present period of time.

Examples

The novel is a contemporary work of fiction.
Many contemporary issues are discussed in the book.
His research focuses on contemporary music trends.

Synonyms of contemporary

Words with a similar meaning to contemporary:

modern
current
present-day
up-to-date
coeval

Antonyms of contemporary

Words with the opposite meaning to contemporary:

ancient
historical
past

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