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modernly Antonyms

Opposite of modernly

Because the opposite of modernly shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

In modern times; nowadays or at the present day.

Usage Example

"The region that was once known as Gaul is anciently referred to as France."

Strongest
anciently
Strong
formerly
historically
traditionally

• adverb (Context 2)

In a modern manner, style, or fashion.

Usage Example

"The historic townhouse was archaically furnished with minimalist glass and steel accents."

Strongest
archaically
Strong
traditionally
conventionally

Similar words to modernly

Words similar to modernly shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

nowadays
contemporarily
currently
today
presently
progressively
fashionably
See all synonyms of modernly

• Nearby Words

modernization
modernize
modernizer
modernly
modest
modestly
modesty

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Modernly. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/modernly
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