modernity

//məˈdɜːnɪti//
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Visual representation of modernity

Noun

1

The quality or condition of being modern; the state of contemporary life, thought, and culture characterized by technological advancement, urbanization, and social change.

The city embraces modernity while preserving its historical landmarks.

2

A historical period or cultural movement marked by a departure from traditional values and practices, especially in art, architecture, and literature.

The museum's new exhibit explores the concept of modernity in early 20th-century architecture.

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