contemporaneity

noun

con·​tem·​po·​ra·​ne·​i·​ty kən-ˌtem-p(ə-)rə-ˈnē-ə-tē 

-ˈnā-

: the quality or state of being contemporaneous or contemporary

Examples of contemporaneity in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

So did progressive anthropologists, who were finally beginning to understand the particularity, complexity, and, above all, the contemporaneity of tribal cultures. — Glenn Adamson, Artforum, 2 May 2026

This new release exudes contemporaneity via its stylish bubble hem (a carryover trend from the summer), form-fitting top, and ruched details. — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 11 Nov. 2025

Scherzinger’s Norma, though, has a wicked contemporaneity and a genuinely seductive streak. — Daniel D'addario, Variety, 21 Oct. 2024

This commitment is not only an embodiment of its contemporaneity but also reflects a universal humanistic responsibility, demonstrating a dedication to progress in step with the times. — WWD, 3 July 2024

Supporting the tracks’ contemporaneity, the researchers enlisted volunteers to stride across similar muddy dune sand and found that steps vanished unless buried within hours or days. — Bridget Alex, Discover Magazine, 6 June 2024

My goal was to bring modernity, contemporaneity, desire, femininity and lightness to fabrics and graphics. — Billboard Italy, Billboard, 6 Mar. 2024

Word History

Etymology

contemporane(ous) + -ity

First Known Use

1644, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for contemporaneity

• homogeneity
• simultaneity
• deity
• heterogeneity
• inhomogeneity
• spontaneity