Recent

Definition

The term "recent" refers to something that has happened or appeared not long ago or within a short time frame in the past.

Parts of Speech

• Adjective

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈriː.sənt/
• Respelling: REE-suhnt

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈriː.sənt/
• Respelling: REE-suhnt

Etymology

The word "recent" originates from the Latin "recens," meaning "fresh, new, or young." It entered Middle English in the 14th century via Old French "recent."

Derivatives

• Recently (adverb)
• Recency (noun)
• Recentness (noun)
• Recentralize (verb)
• Most recent (phrase)

Synonyms

• New
• Modern
• Current

Antonyms

• Old
• Ancient
• Outdated

Usage

The term "recent" is commonly used to describe events, developments, or items that occurred or were created not long ago. For example, "The recent storm caused significant damage," or "This is a recent update to the software."

Related Terms

• Modern: Relating to the present or recent times.
• New: Not existing before; introduced recently.
• Contemporary: Belonging to the present time.

Detailed Definitions

Adjective

• Having happened, appeared, or been created not long ago:
  • Example: "The report is based on recent findings."
• Belonging to a time shortly before the present:
  • Example: "The museum features recent acquisitions."
• Modern or up-to-date in character:
  • Example: "Their house was renovated with recent designs."