Today
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /tʊˈdeɪ/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Today is an adverb meaning On the current day or date.
Meaning
On the current day or date.
More Meanings
- In the current era; nowadays; these days.
- (informal) On the day of a recurring cycle or event which is currently happening.
- The current day or date.
- (informal or meteorology) The 24-hour period beginning at 5 or 6 a.m. or sunrise of the current day.
- The present era; nowadays.
- (informal) Current; up to date.
Example Sentences
I want this done today.
Today, my brother went to the shops.
Today is the day we'll fix this once and for all.
We could've spent today at the seaside if it weren't gusty.
Word Forms
- to-day
- to day
- todays
Synonyms for today
Depending on context, synonyms include now, nowadays.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include nowadays, now, yesterday, tomorrow, day, to-day.
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