English · Arts & Literature
contemporary
/kənˈtɛm.pər.ər.i/
[/kənˈtɛm.pər.ər.i/]
modern, present-day
Advancedadjective
Definition
Belonging to the present time; in the arts, modern in style rather than traditional.
Example
The gallery focuses on contemporary art, showing bold works by living painters and sculptors.
The gallery focuses on contemporary art, showing bold works by living painters and sculptors.
Etymology
From Latin 'contemporarius', from 'con-' (together) plus 'tempus' (time).
How & Where It’s Used
Used for present-day art, dance, and design; also means living at the same time.