Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
contemp
noun
/ˈkɒn.tɛmp/
Definition
An abbreviation for contemporary.
Examples
- As a contemp of the local art scene, she was always aware of the latest trends.
- He studied the works of his contemps to understand the direction of modern literature.
Meaning
Refers to someone or something that exists at the same time as another person or thing, often relating to art or culture.
Synonyms
- Peer
- Coeval
- Contemporary
