TODAY Synonyms: 40 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

Definition of today

as in now

the time currently existing or in progress live for today and let tomorrow worry about itself

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adverb

tə-ˈdā

as in currently

at the present time even today, arranged marriages remain a common practice in some parts of the world

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This is the framing that Musk — and much of the US political right — seems to have adopted today. — Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 30 July 2026 The cousins continue to be close today, with Diana’s sons, William and Harry, attending Sarah’s daughter Emily’s wedding in 2012. — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 29 July 2026 There’s a good chance that the Fed’s Warsh will deliver a massive surprise today. — Jim Edwards, Fortune, 29 July 2026 But astronaut Stu Roosa started a friendly collaboration that spanned the country and continues today. — Cassidy Alexander, AJC.com, 23 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for today

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Noun

Jordan Lloyd won Big Brother 11 even after being in a showmance with now-husband Jeff Schroeder.

— Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 15 July 2026
The now-teenager has been a constant presence by her mom's side over the years, joining her on her world tours, appearing in a music video and serving as inspiration for Pink's songs.

— ABC News, ABC News, 8 June 2026

Definition of now

Adverb

Almanza was charged with threatening to commit an act of mass violence on school property and is currently being held on a $1 million bond in the Faulkner County jail.

— Daniel McFadin, Arkansas Online, 4 Aug. 2026
The prospect cost was likely going to be high if Chicago Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer and the front office invested in upgrades to a roster currently holding the top National League wild-card position.

— Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of currently

Noun

One of the big reasons for this gap between our present and our future is that the consequences of health aren't immediate.

— Julian Hayes II, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Since the start of his papacy, Leo has spoken about the risks AI presents for broad swaths of society.

— Walter Scheirer, The Conversation, 31 July 2026

Definition of present

Adverb

City leadership hopes this sends a message to all landlords that treating tenants like this won't be tolerated anymore.

— Chris Hoffman, CBS News, 31 July 2026
Analysts did lower their price target to $325 from $360, acknowledging investors aren't paying the same multiple for data-center stocks anymore.

— Jim Cramer, CNBC, 30 July 2026

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