Meaning & use

currently

adverb·Everyday

At this present time; now, as opposed to in the past or future.

See it in a sentence

She is currently studying abroad for a semester in Spain.

The team is currently in third place with two games remaining.

A note on using this word

Currently is often unnecessary with the present continuous tense, since is studying already implies the present, so many style guides recommend cutting it for conciseness.

Words with a similar meaning

presentlynowat present

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Words with an opposite meaning

formerlypreviously

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