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Today

Verb / tʌˈdeɪ / / tu:ˈdeɪ / Another word for today — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Today means the present day or the day that is happening right now.

Synonyms & similar words

now nowadays now presently currently todays

Synonyms by register

Formal

the present the current day

Informal

now this minute right now

Literary

this day this present time

Antonyms

yesterday tomorrow future past ago before after

Common collocations

  • today and tomorrow
  • today or tomorrow
  • today is the day
  • all day today
  • today's news
  • today's date
  • today's weather

Word family

adjective today's

Usage note

Today is a temporal adverb referring to the current day. It is generally used without a preposition.

Example sentences

  1. Today is a beautiful day to go outside and play.
  2. We are learning about the solar system in science class today.
  3. I have a doctors appointment today.
  4. Today is my friends birthday.
  5. I am going to try a new restaurant for lunch today.

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