modern

Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/ˈmɒd.ən/]

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Senses

1. modern (adj) — sense 1

Definition: Pertaining to a current or recent time and style; not ancient.

Example: Our online interactive game is a modern approach to teaching about gum disease. Although it was built in the 1600s, the building still has a very modern look.

2. modern (adj) — sense 2

Definition: Pertaining to the modern period (c.1800 to contemporary times), particularly in academic historiography.

3. modern (noun) — sense 3

Definition: Someone who lives in modern times.

Example: The only supernatural agents which can in any manner be allowed to us moderns, are ghosts; but of these I would advise an author to be extremely sparing.

Structure of the word

Roots:

med (Proto-Indo-European)

Connections

Roots: med

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