What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
nowness
Example
The nowness of this news story makes it all the more urgent to report. [nowness: noun]
Example
The nowness of this trend is what makes it so appealing to young people. [nowness: noun]
currentness
Example
The currentness of this event makes it all the more exciting to attend. [currentness: noun]
Example
The currentness of this debate is what makes it so important to discuss. [currentness: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Nowness is more commonly used than currentness in everyday language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between nowness and currentness?
Both nowness and currentness are relatively formal words that are more likely to be used in academic or professional contexts than in casual conversation.
