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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To meet electricity demand through 2030, the IEA calculates annual grid investment must increase by about 50% from today’s $400 billion per year. — ABC News, 8 Nov. 2026 Boarding was $3 per day (about $100 per day in today’s dollars). — Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 8 Nov. 2026 The insurance costs of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz have gone up substantially, even though there’s more oil going through the strait today than there was pre-war. — NBC news, 8 Nov. 2026 Week 9 predictions The Chronicle’s sports staff makes its picks for today’s game. — Peter Warren, Houston Chronicle, 8 Nov. 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

There was no suspect information, and while the sheriff's office said earlier Monday that there was currently no active threat to the community, Rosas said a shooter could still be at large.

— Senior Editor, CBS News, 3 Nov. 2026
If elected to council, Clemmons hopes to focus on the city budget, which is currently facing about a $10 million shortfall for 2027.

— Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of currently

Noun

Being expansive and futuristic isn’t (just) about synths or drum programming, but about thematically linking our past to our present, as Elucid and woods do throughout Snakes & Ladders.

— Andre Gee, Pitchfork, 13 Nov. 2026
Finding the perfect present for everyone on your list can be daunting, but no one’s ever turned their noses up at an edible gift.

— Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 13 Nov. 2026

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