Today — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adverb noun adjective /tə-ˈdā/ to·day

Meaning & Definition of Today

Today (adverb)

  1. on or for this day
  2. at the present time

Today (noun)

  1. the present day, time, or age

Today (adjective)

  1. of or characteristic of today, now

Today (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the time currently existing or in progress

    "live for today and let tomorrow worry about itself"

    similar: here and now, moment, now, present
    related: phase, stage, state
    near: history, past, yesterday, yesteryear, yore, by-and-by, future, futurity, hereafter, offing, tomorrow

Today (adverb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. at the present time

    "even today, arranged marriages remain a common practice in some parts of the world"

    similar: anymore, currently, now, nowadays, presently, right now, at present, for the time being
    related: here
    opposite: before, formerly, long, once, then
    near: away, far, farthest, remotest, heretofore, hitherto, since, ago, previously

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Today

The most common words with a similar meaning to Today:

here and now, moment, now, present, anymore, currently, nowadays, presently, right now, at present, for the time being

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Today

Words with the opposite meaning of Today:

before, formerly, long, once, then

Related Words for Today

phase, stage, state, here

Near Antonyms of Today

history, past, yesterday, yesteryear, yore, by-and-by, future, futurity, hereafter, offing, tomorrow, away, far, farthest, remotest, heretofore, hitherto, since, ago, previously

Origin & Etymology of Today

First known use: before 12th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Today

Words & Phrases Containing Today

today's the day, a week from today

Frequently Asked Questions about Today

What does "Today" mean?

"Today" means on or for this day. As an an adverb, a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: on or for this day. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Today"?

Other words for "Today" include here and now, moment, now, present, anymore, currently, nowadays and presently. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Today" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Today"?

There are 15 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Today". Common alternatives include here and now, moment, now, present, anymore, currently, nowadays, presently, right now and at present.

What is the opposite of "Today"?

Antonyms of "Today" include before, formerly, long, once and then. Near antonyms include history, past, yesterday and yesteryear.

How do you use "Today" in a sentence?

Examples of "Today" in a sentence: "live for today and let tomorrow worry about itself"; "even today, arranged marriages remain a common practice in some parts of the world".

Is "Today" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Today" can be used as an adverb, a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.

Is "Today" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A1-level word, "Today" is typical of Cambridge A1 Movers (Young Learners), TOEIC Listening & Reading 120+.

How do you pronounce "Today"?

"Today" is pronounced /tə-ˈdā/ and divided into syllables as to·day.