Modern

Pronunciation: /ˈmɑːdərn/

Definitions of modern

adjective relating to the present or recent times as opposed to the remote past

Example Sentences

A1 I have a modern phone.

A2 Many people prefer modern technology.

B1 The modern city skyline was impressive.

B2 The modern art exhibit showcased innovative pieces.

C1 The modern approach to healthcare has improved outcomes.

C2 The modern architecture of the building was breathtaking.

Examples of modern in a Sentence

formal The modern approach to healthcare emphasizes preventive care and patient education.

informal I love the modern design of this new smartphone.

slang That car is so modern, it's lit!

figurative Her ideas are so modern, they're like a breath of fresh air in a stale room.

Grammatical Forms of modern

• past tense: modernized
• plural: moderns
• comparative: more modern
• superlative: most modern
• present tense: modernize
• future tense: will modernize
• perfect tense: has modernized
• continuous tense: is modernizing
• singular: modern
• positive degree: modern
• infinitive: to modernize
• gerund: modernizing
• participle: modernized

Origin and Evolution of modern

First Known Use: 1500 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'modern' originated from the Latin word 'modernus', which means 'just now' or 'recent'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to something current or up-to-date, the word 'modern' has evolved to encompass a broader sense of contemporary or innovative in style, design, or technology.