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Definition modernity in American English

modernity noun

[uncountable] noun
/mɑˈdɜrnəti/
1

the period of history, especially European history, that began about 1800 and is still continuing

Synonyms and related words
Anthropocene the Anthropocene the Bronze Age
2

ideas and practices that use modern methods, styles, etc.

Example

The country rose to economic modernity in a few generations.

Example

The store is a model of sleek modernity.

Synonyms and related words
modern contemporary advanced
Definition modernity in American English