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Another word for now

Choosing another word for now depends on context, so the 47 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 7 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

Immediately; without any further delay.

Usage Example

"We need to leave for the airport right immediately if we want to catch our flight."

Strongest
immediately
at once
right away
straightaway
instantly
without delay
Strong
directly
promptly
forthwith
on the spot

• adverb (Context 2)

At the present time or moment.

Usage Example

"She used to work in finance, but she is currently a university professor."

Strongest
currently
presently
at present
at the moment
Strong
nowadays
today
these days
for the time being

• interjection (Context 3)

Used in conversation to draw attention, introduce a new topic or command, or express mild admonition, reassurance, or hesitation.

Usage Example

"well, let us examine the second chapter in greater detail."

Strong
well
so
all right
okay
look
listen

• noun (Context 4)

The present time or moment.

Usage Example

"That will be enough practice for present, so we can resume tomorrow morning."

Strongest
present
today

• adverb (Context 5)

Under the present circumstances; as a consequence of what has recently happened.

Usage Example

"They have repaired the bridge, so the village is accessible again consequently."

Strong
consequently
accordingly
therefore
henceforth

• conjunction (Context 6)

As a consequence of the fact that; since or seeing that (often followed by 'that').

Usage Example

"now that the winter storms have passed, the mountain roads are safe for travel."

Strongest
now that
since
seeing that
Strong
because
as
considering that
given that
inasmuch as

• adjective (Context 7)

Existing or occurring at the present time; current, fashionable, or up-to-date.

Usage Example

"The magazine caters to the interests and tastes of the current generation."

Strongest
current
contemporary
present-day
up-to-date
Strong
modern
fashionable
trendy
hip
in
vogue

Opposites of now

The opposite of now shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

later
past
outdated
previously
future
formerly
old-fashioned
outmoded
See all opposites of now

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Now. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/now
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