/mɔ.dɛʁn/
Translation
modern, contemporary
Word origin
From Late Latin modernus ('of the present time'), built on modo ('just now'). The same word gives English 'modern'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- modernus
- English cognates
- modern
Grammar
Examples
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They live in a modern block of flats near the station.
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Modern medicine saves lives every day.
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The museum shows mainly modern art.
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Her parents find her ideas too modern.
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This kitchen is modern, but there is not enough room.
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