English Dictionary
Definition modern in British English
modern
adjective
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
adjective
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
/ˈmɒdə(r)n/
Example
These techniques are not used in modern medicine.
Example
Modern technology has had a huge impact on all of us.
Example
a museum of modern art
Example
The architecture of the hotel is strikingly modern.
Synonyms and related words
Synonyms and related words
