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contemporariness

contemporariness

7.7
The quality of belonging to the present time or current style
  • noun
  • /kənˌtɛmpəˈrɛərɪnəs/
translation icon : contemporaneidad
  • Her writing style has a refreshing contemporariness that appeals to today's readers.

Examples

  • The contemporariness of the artwork draws many young visitors to the gallery.

  • Debates about contemporariness in architecture often focus on the use of innovative materials.

  • The contemporariness of the artwork is evident in its themes.

  • Contemporariness is essential for modern art.

  • The contemporariness of the music reflects current trends and popular culture.

  • Many artists embrace contemporariness in their work to connect with modern audiences.

  • The contemporariness of social media has transformed how we communicate today.

Synonyms

modernity
vscontemporariness
18 5.8

A condition of life now that shows new ideas, styles, or technology

focuses on general era traits not specifically on new innovations
modernness
vscontemporariness
1 4.4

A quality of being new and up-to-date in style and ideas

stresses broader era characteristics rather than focus on novelty
contemporaneity
vscontemporariness
1 9.7

Happening at the same time as something else

refers to qualities typical of the era rather than simple co-occurrence
currentness
vscontemporariness
6.5

Being up to date with present events and information

highlights qualities typical of the era rather than mere belonging
presentness
vscontemporariness
7.4

A feeling of being fully in the moment and aware of what happens

emphasizes fitting the era rather than single moments
contemporaneousness
vscontemporariness
9.9

The fact of existing or happening at the same time as something else

is about era-defining qualities not merely timing of events
recentness
vscontemporariness
3.9

How close in time something is to now

emphasizes being typical of the era rather than something from not long ago

Antonyms

anachronism
14 9.8

A person or thing from a different time that seems old-fashioned

obsolescence
9 7.7

Becoming old and no longer useful because of new technology or changes in society

How Contemporary

modernity
18 5.8
contemporariness
7.7
vogue
22 5.3

Surface Forms

contemporariness singular
contemporarinesses plural

Morphology

contemporariness = contemporary (transparent) = contemporary + ness

Forming a noun from the adjective 'contemporary' with the productive suffix '-ness' yields the straightforward meaning 'the state or quality of being contemporary'.

Etymology

The word contemporariness comes from parts meaning 'with' (con-) and 'time' (tempus), and it is the noun form of the familiar word contemporary, which means 'belonging to the present time'. So, contemporariness is the quality of being modern or of this time.