post-modern

post-mod·ern

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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- [pohst mod-ern]
- /poʊst ˈmɒd ərn/
- /pəʊst ˈmɒdn/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [pohst mod-ern]
- /poʊst ˈmɒd ərn/

Definitions of post-modern word

adjective post-modern noting or pertaining to architecture of the late 20th century, appearing in the 1960s, that consciously uses complex forms, fantasy, and allusions to historic styles, in contrast to the austere forms and emphasis on utility of standard modern architecture. 1
adjective post-modern extremely modern; cutting-edge: postmodern kids who grew up on MTV. 1
adjective post-modern Post-modern is used to describe something or someone that is influenced by post-modernism. 0

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Origin of post-modern

First appearance:

before 1945

One of the 6% newest English words

First recorded in 1945-50; post- + modern

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Parts of speech for Post-modern

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post-modern popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 75% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data about 73% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.