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Definition of contemporarily

contemporarily

/kənˈtɛmpəˌrɛrəli/
con · tem · po · rar · i · ly
Adjective:contemporary
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• adverb

1

In the present time or modern era; in a manner characteristic of current trends, styles, or practices.

Example

"The historic theater was renovated and contemporarily styled to attract younger audiences."

2

During the same period of time; simultaneously with another event or person.

Example

"The two philosophical movements developed contemporarily in different parts of Europe."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While "contemporarily" is used to mean both "at the present time" and "during the same historical period," many style guides prefer "contemporaneously" for the latter sense to avoid ambiguity.

• Nearby Words

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contemporaneous
contemporaneously
contemporarily
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contempt
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Contemporarily. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/contemporarily
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