modernity

Meanings

• The period of time characterized by the development of new ideas and innovative technological and scientific advances.

  - "The 20th century is considered the height of modernity."
  - "Modernity brought about significant changes in the way we live and work."

• A state or quality of being up-to-date or contemporary.

  - "Her fashion sense is very modern."
  - "The museum showcases modern art."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with modernity
modern , scholarly , morden , boring

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Variants

List of all variants of modernity that leads to same result
modernities , modernity

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'modernus', meaning 'recent, contemporary'.

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Trivia

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1. The first modern Olympic Games were held in Athens, Greece, in 1896.

2. The invention of the telegraph is considered a major milestone in the development of modernity.

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Related Concepts

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1. Postmodernity: A period that followed modernity, characterized by skepticism towards grand narratives and an emphasis on fragmentation and plurality.

2. Industrial Revolution: A period of significant technological innovation that marked the beginning of modernity.

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Culture

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Modernity has been a significant influence on various aspects of culture, including literature, art, music, and philosophy. It marked a shift from traditional values towards individualism and secularism.

How to Memorize "modernity"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a bustling city with modern buildings and advanced technology.
   - Visualize a person dressed in modern clothing.

2. associate
   

   - Associate modernity with innovation and progress.
   - Connect modernity with contemporary culture.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Mnemonic: Modernity = Making New, Developing, Innovating.

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