modern

• Zur gegenwärtigen oder jüngsten Zeit gehörend; neuartige Ideen, Stile oder Techniken verwendend.

Relating to the present time or recent times; using the latest ideas, styles, or technology.

1. A2formal

   Relating to the present time or recent times, as opposed to the past.

   Modern

   • Modern technology has changed the way we communicate.
   • She lives in a modern apartment in the city center.
   • Modern art often challenges traditional ideas.

   Synonymecontemporarycurrentlatter-daypresentpresent-dayrecent

   Antonymeancientantiquatedarchaicoldoutdatedpast

2. Contemporary styleA2formal

   Using or characterized by current styles, methods, or ideas.

   Modern

   • The house has a modern design with clean lines.
   • He prefers modern furniture over antique pieces.
   • Modern architecture emphasizes function and simplicity.

   Synonymecontemporarycurrentfashionablelatestnewpresent-daytrendyup-to-date

   Antonymeantiquatedarchaicdatedobsoleteold-fashionedoutdatedoutmodedtraditional

3. Up-to-dateB1informal

   Using the latest technology, ideas, or methods.

   Modern

   • The company uses modern manufacturing techniques.
   • She keeps her skills modern by taking online courses.
   • Modern medicine has greatly increased life expectancy.

   Synonymeadvancedcontemporarycurrentcutting-edgeinnovativelatestnewpresent-dayrecentup-to-date

   Antonymeantiquatedarchaicdatedobsoleteold-fashionedoutdatedoutmoded

• Substantiv, das eine Person bezeichnet, die moderne Ideen, Stile oder Trends unterstützt oder ihnen folgt, besonders in Kunst, Architektur oder Kultur.

A noun referring to a person who advocates or follows modern ideas, styles, or trends, especially in art, architecture, or culture.

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1. Contemporary personB2formal

   A person living in or characteristic of the present time, especially one who embraces current trends and ideas.

   moderner Mensch

   • The moderns often reject traditional values in favor of innovation.
   • He considers himself a modern, always up to date with technology.
   • The exhibition contrasted the works of the ancients with those of the moderns.

   Synonymecontemporary