B2adjectiveartssociety
US/kənˈtem.pə.rer.i/
UK/kənˈtem.pər.ər.i/
belonging to the present time; modern. Also existing or happening at the same time as something
In context
The gallery shows the work of contemporary artists from Southeast Asia.
Contemporary dance mixes ballet with movements from everyday life.
Contemporary reports describe the fire as the worst in the city's history.
Words that go with contemporary
adjective + noun
- contemporary artThe city is opening a new museum of contemporary art.
- contemporary musicShe studies contemporary music at the conservatory.
- contemporary societyThe novel explores loneliness in contemporary society.
- contemporary cultureSocial media plays a huge role in contemporary culture.
- contemporary designThe hotel combines traditional style with contemporary design.
- contemporary accountsContemporary accounts of the battle differ greatly.