modern
adjective uk/ˈmɒd.ən/ us/ˈmɑː.dɚn/
(MOST RECENT)
A2 现代的;新式的
designed and made using the most recent ideas and methods
modern technology/architecture/medicine/art 现代技术/建筑/医学/艺术
We're in the very modern-looking building opposite the station. 我们在车站对面那座非常现代化的大楼里。
approving My grandpa's attitudes are very modern, considering his age. 考虑到我祖父的年龄的话,他的看法相当新潮。
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- One by one the old buildings in the city have been demolished and replaced with modern tower blocks.
- Space travel is one of the marvels/wonders of modern science.
- Does she study classical ballet or modern ballet?
- The house has every modern convenience.
- The modern furniture was out of keeping with the old house.
(PRESENT)
B1 现代的;近代的
of the present or recent times, especially the period of history since around 1500
What do you think is the role of religion in the modern world? 你如何看待宗教在现代社会中的角色?