Modern (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Relating to a recently developed fashion or style; "their offices are in a modern skyscraper"; "tables in modernistic designs".
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Meaning 2
Belonging to the modern era; since the Middle Ages; "modern art"; "modern furniture"; "modern history"; "totem poles are modern rather than prehistoric".
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- Art created in the 20th century is considered modern.
- The modern office was sleek and had an open floor plan.
- In terms of modern history, the 18th century saw the rise of the Industrial Revolution.
- Modern architecture has veered away from ancient styles and focuses on sustainability.
- Totem poles are modern rather than prehistoric, dating back to the 18th century.
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Meaning 3
Used of a living language; being the current stage in its development; "Modern English"; "New Hebrew is Israeli Hebrew".
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Meaning 4
Characteristic of present-day art and music and literature and architecture.
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Meaning 5
Ahead of the times; "the advanced teaching methods"; "had advanced views on the subject"; "a forward-looking corporation"; "is British industry innovative enough?".
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