Current

/ˈkʌrənt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A flow of water or air, or a direction in which something is moving.

The current in the river is too strong for swimming.

A flow of electrical charge.

The circuit requires a current of 5 amperes to function properly.

adjective

Belonging to the present time; happening or being used now.

The current situation requires immediate attention from the management.

In general use or popular at the present time.

This is one of the current trends in fashion among teenagers.

Existing or occurring at the time being referred to.

The current president has announced new policies to address climate change.

Late Middle English: from Old French 'corant' or from Latin 'currere' meaning 'to run'.

current events

Hot topics or news happening now.

in current use

Being used in the present.

current affairs

Events of political or social interest happening in the world.

the current state of affairs

The existing situation or condition.

currency

A system of money in general use in a particular country.

curriculum

The subjects comprising a course of study in a school or college.

currents

The ongoing flow or movement of a fluid or trend.

Current vibes

The current vibes at the party are really chill.

Current mood

My current mood is just to relax and do nothing.