contemporary
UK: kənˈtem.pər.ər.i | US: kənˈtem.pə.rer.i
adj. 1. existing or occurring at the same time
adj. 2. belonging to or characteristic of the present time; modern
n. 1. a person or thing living or existing at the same time as another
The word "contemporary" traces back to Latin contemporarius, combining con- (together) and tempus (time). The morpheme tempor evolved from tempus, retaining its core meaning of "time." The suffix -ary denotes relational adjectives. Originally used to describe coexistence in time (e.g., "contemporary events"), it later expanded to signify modernity (e.g., "contemporary art"). The logic reflects a shift from temporal alignment to cultural relevance.
Shakespeare and Cervantes were contemporary writers.
She prefers contemporary architecture over classical styles.
The museum features works by contemporary artists.
His ideas are deeply influenced by contemporary philosophy.
The two scientists were contemporaries but never collaborated.