Definitions
- Referring to something that is modern or up-to-date. - Describing something that is of the same time period or era. - Talking about someone who is currently active or working in a particular field.
- Referring to something that is happening or existing now. - Describing something that is flowing or moving in a particular direction. - Talking about something that is up-to-date or relevant to the present time.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to something that is happening or existing now.
- 2Both words can be used to describe something that is up-to-date or modern.
- 3Both words can be used as adjectives or nouns.
What is the difference?
- 1Time frame: Contemporary refers to a specific time period or era, while current refers to the present time.
- 2Scope: Contemporary can refer to a wide range of fields or topics, while current is more limited to the present time.
- 3Direction: Current emphasizes movement or flow, while contemporary does not have this connotation.
- 4Usage: Contemporary is often used in the context of art, literature, and culture, while current is more commonly used in everyday language and news reporting.
- 5Connotation: Contemporary has a more positive and sophisticated connotation, while current can be neutral or negative depending on the context.
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Remember this!
Contemporary and current are both words that refer to something that is happening or existing now. However, contemporary emphasizes modernity and can refer to a specific time period or era, while current is more limited to the present time and is commonly used in everyday language and news reporting.
