Another Word For Now

Meaning

The word "now" refers to the present moment or the current time. It indicates something that is happening right at this instant or something that is relevant at this moment. It's often used to emphasize immediacy or the importance of the present.

Synonyms

• Currently
• At present
• Right now
• At this moment
• Presently

Antonyms

• Then
• Later
• Previously
• After
• Before

Etymology

The word "now" originates from Old English "nu," which is akin to the Old High German "nū," both meaning "now." Its roots can be traced back to Proto-Germanic "*nu," which also signifies the present time.

Examples

1. I need you to submit your assignment now, not later.
2. Right now, the weather is perfect for a picnic.
3. She is planning to move to a new city now that she has a job.
4. Let's focus on what we can do now to improve our situation.
5. Now that we’ve discussed the topic, it's time for some questions.