modern adjective (MOST RECENT)
A2 designed and made using the most recent ideas and methods:
modern technology/architecture/medicine/art
approving My grandpa's attitudes are very modern, considering his age.
More examples
- One by one the old buildings in the city have been demolished and replaced with modern tower blocks.
- Space travel is one of the marvels/wonders of modern science.
- Does she study classical ballet or modern ballet?
- The house has every modern convenience.
- The modern furniture was out of keeping with the old house.
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modern adjective (PRESENT)
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