A1 — Beginneradjective
moderno
modern, contemporary
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
contemporaneoattualerecenteinnovativoavanzato
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
anticovecchiotradizionaleobsoletoarcaico
Usage note
'Contemporaneo' refers to the same time period. 'Innovativo' stresses innovation. 'Moderno' is the most general term for anything current or up-to-date.
Example
"Roma mescola edifici antichi e architettura moderna."
"Rome mixes ancient buildings and modern architecture."
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