current

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈkʌɹənt/
/ˈkɝɹənt/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

The generally unidirectional movement of a gas or fluid.

2 Definition

The part of a fluid that moves continuously in a certain direction, especially short for ocean current.

Synonyms
flow stream
3 Definition

The time rate of flow of electric charge.

Synonyms
electric current
4 Definition

A tendency or a course of events

Synonyms
flow stream tendency
Adjective
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

Existing or occurring at the moment

Synonyms
present
Antonyms
future past
Example Sentences
  • current events;  current leaders;  current negotiations
2 Definition

Generally accepted, used, practiced, or prevalent at the moment

Synonyms
fashionable prevailing prevalent rife up-to-date
Antonyms
out-of-date unfashionable
Example Sentences
  • current affairs;  current bills and coins;  current fashions
3 Definition

Running or moving rapidly

Synonyms
speeding