- pronunciation:
- kuhr
nt
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective, noun), Homophone Note, Word Explorer, Word Parts
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition: |
of or happening in the present time.
My current number is in the phone book.- synonyms:
- present
- antonyms:
- former, old
- similar words:
- contemporary, fashionable, instant, modern, new
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| related words: |
last |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
mass of liquid or air that flows in one direction.
It is hard to swim against the current.The kite rose on a current of air.- synonyms:
- flow
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| definition 2: |
the flow of electricity.
Copper wire conducts current.- similar words:
- juice, power
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| related words: |
breeze, draft |
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| derivation: |
currentness (n.) |
The words
current and
currant (a berry or raisin) sound alike but have different meanings.