PRESENT-DAY Synonyms: 102 Similar and Opposite Words

present-day

adjective

ˈpre-zᵊnt-ˈdā

Definition of present-day

as in modern

being or involving the latest methods, concepts, information, or styles present-day technology has rendered yesterday's marvels obsolete

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as in current

existing or in progress right now the present-day administration in Washington

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Recent Examples of present-day Third Battle of Panipat (1761), the last of the three battles that took place between 1526 and 1761 at Panipat (in present-day Haryana, India), about 50 miles (80 km) north of Delhi. — Tamanna Nangia, Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 Aug. 2026 This narrative content sees protagonist Atsu time-traveling between present-day Ezo, exploring a new valley and meeting Nagato, and flashbacks to her past during the Battle of Sekigahara, bringing new enemies, weapons, and armor. — Mitch Wallace, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026 The 2025 pardon wouldn't protect Fauci from any prosecution stemming from conduct after that date, including any remarks made during present-day congressional testimony. — Eric McDaniel, NPR, 6 Aug. 2026 The stories and images are of present-day people and those who have died — all of whom had an impact on their family, their community, Williams said. — Darcel Rockett, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for present-day

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Adjective

There’s a keen juxtaposition of the old and the modern throughout this part of Edinburgh, where buildings made of ancient volcanic sandstone accommodate hip boutiques like record store Underground Solu'shn and coffee shops like The Milkman.

— Paul Jebara, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026
Okuyama emphasizes a focus on lightweight construction and a direct human connection, using traditional craftsmanship alongside modern tech.

— Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of modern

Adjective

On the current forecast track, rain and gusty winds will arrive to the Big Island Saturday night and continue through the beginning of next week.

— Nadine El-Bawab, ABC News, 23 Aug. 2026
On Wednesday, Bloomberg reported that American negotiators had agreed to lower the current tariffs on cars and metals from 25% to 15%.

— Steve Kopack, NBC news, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of current

Adjective

Though the building is clearly old (it was built in 1913), its shutters are a curiously contemporary shade of blue, sitting brightly next to the terra-cotta roof.

— Megan Rose Murray, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026
The hard-edge suitcase is now a coffee table that sits in the living room between the wood-burning fireplace and a sofa that’s the only significant piece of contemporary furniture.

— Wendy Goodman, Curbed, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of contemporary

Adjective

That setup no longer felt like enough for the final, and Garrecht-Williams’ arranged watchalong remains a camp highlight for those present.

— Amelie Claydon, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
In an indication of the speech’s importance, all seven members of China’s powerful politburo standing committee, along with retired party and state leaders, were all present, according to state TV footage.

— Sylvie Zhuang, CNN Money, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of present

Adjective

In July, Heated Rivalry actor Hudson Williams was spotted in Seoul wearing a pair of calf-length white shorts from Descalco, a new swimwear brand that launches this week.

— Ashley Ogawa Clarke, Vogue, 18 Aug. 2026
Conceptually inspired by the 1989 Pininfarina Mythos, the Kode89 utilizes a new proprietary aluminum spaceframe and a carbon-fiber body.

— Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of new

Adjective

The study is ongoing, but interim results found the treatment, Intismeran, met both its primary target of reducing cancer recurrence and its secondary ⁠goal of keeping cancers from spreading to other parts of the body.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026
Spradling said large events can provide a significant boost, but staffing pressures, parking shortages and rising operating expenses remain ongoing challenges.

— Kenny Choi, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026

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