Contemporaries (Noun)
Meaning
All the people living at the same time or of approximately the same age.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- Einstein and Freud were notable contemporaries who had a significant impact on Western thought.
- The two artists were not just contemporaries but also close friends who often critiqued each other's work.
- Many of her contemporaries doubted the feasibility of space exploration, but she remained committed to her vision.
- The band was playing alongside their contemporaries in the emerging indie scene, trying to make a name for themselves.
- Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo were talented contemporaries who often competed for commissions and recognition.