A2adjective1K

UK//ˈriː.sənt//US//ˈriː.sənt//

Meaning of Recent

In simple words: Something that happened not long ago.

Recent in a sentence

How to use Recent

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'recenT' like 're-sent' news that just arrived.

Related words

Collocations with Recent

  • recent events
  • recent studies
  • recent changes

Synonyms for Recent

Opposites of Recent

Common mistakes with Recent

  • Confused with 'ancient', which means very old.
  • Using 'recent' for long-past events.
  • Not pairing with the appropriate time expressions like 'in recent years'.

Compare Recent with New, Fresh, Latest, Modern

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Frequently asked questions about Recent

What does Recent mean?

Something that happened not long ago.

What is the definition of Recent?

Happening or appearing not long ago.

How do you use Recent in a sentence?

The recent news shocked everyone.

Can you give another example of Recent?

She made a recent discovery that changed everything.

What are synonyms for Recent?

Common alternatives include new, fresh, latest, modern.

What is the opposite of Recent?

Opposite meanings include ancient, old, dated.

What words go with Recent?

It commonly pairs with recent events, recent studies, recent changes.

What are common mistakes when using Recent?

Confused with 'ancient', which means very old. Using 'recent' for long-past events. Not pairing with the appropriate time expressions like 'in recent years'.

How do you pronounce Recent?

US: //ˈriː.sənt//, UK: //ˈriː.sənt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Recent?

Use 'recent' to describe something that has occurred in a short time frame. It can apply to events, news, or changes.

What CEFR level is Recent?

"Recent" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.