current
//ˈkʌrənt//
Adjective
1
Belonging to the present time; happening or existing now.
What is your current job?
2
Generally accepted, used, or practiced at the present time.
What is the current thinking on this issue?
Synonym
Noun
currentsPlural
1
A body of water or air moving in a definite direction, especially through a surrounding body of water or air in which there is less movement.
The boat was carried away by a strong current.
2
A flow of electricity through a conductor.
The current flows through the wire when you turn on the switch.
3
A general tendency or course of events or opinion.
The current of public opinion is shifting toward environmental protection.