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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April 20 – May 20 An expectation close to home may need clearer communication today. — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 19 Aug. 2026 Less is more today, but delegating (instead of overworking yourself) could work in your favor. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 19 Aug. 2026 The property hosted Teddy Roosevelt and John Wayne in its heyday, and today serves as a performance venue for the festival. — Jacqueline Kehoe, Midwest Living, 19 Aug. 2026 Today’s photo Games Here’s today’s mini crossword, plus our other free, daily crossword puzzle, sudoku, word search and jigsaw games. — Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 19 Aug. 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

Between Hutson and Ilya Protas, Washington features two of the best value selections in the league currently.

— Corey Pronman, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
Accessibility While there are accessible rooms, the main entrance is not currently wheelchair-friendly, limiting overall accessibility.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of currently

Adverb

But the island’s class divide isn’t just about dirt bike races for glory and bonfire fistfights anymore.

— CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 21 Aug. 2026
After reviewing enough job posts that listed the position as remote only to find out the company requires employees to work in office, Petersen doesn’t trust job descriptions anymore.

— Rachel Barber, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026

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