modern

 
Pronunciation: /ˈmɒd(ə)n/

adjective

  • relating to the present or recent times as opposed to the remote past: the pace of modern life modern European history
  • characterized by or using the most up-to-date techniques, ideas, or equipment: they do not have modern weapons
  • [attributive] denoting the form of a language that is currently used, as opposed to any earlier form: modern German
  • [attributive] denoting a current or recent style or trend in art, architecture, or other cultural activity marked by a significant departure from traditional styles and values: Matisse’s contribution to modern art

noun

(usually moderns)
  • a person who advocates or practises a departure from traditional styles or values: they were moderns, they must not look back towards the old generation

Derivatives

modernly

adverb

modernness

Pronunciation: /ˈmɒd(ə)nnɪs/
noun

Origin:

late Middle English: from late Latin modernus, from Latin modo 'just now'