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contemporary method

[/kənˈtɛmpəreri ˈmɛθəd/]
nounpl: contemporary methods
método contemporâneo
1. A modern or current approach, technique, or procedure that is in use at the present time
The school adopted contemporary methods for teaching mathematics.
A escola adotou métodos contemporâneos para ensinar matemática.
2. A practice or strategy that reflects current standards, technology, or thinking in a particular field
Contemporary methods in medicine have greatly improved patient outcomes.
Os métodos contemporâneos na medicina melhoraram muito os resultados dos pacientes.
Synonyms
modern methodcurrent approachup-to-date techniquepresent-day methodcontemporary approach
Antonyms
traditional methodoutdated methodarchaic approachold-fashioned techniqueconventional method

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
método contemporâneo
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
método contemporâneo
Common in business and academic contexts
Portugal
método contemporâneo
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

keeping up with the times
state-of-the-art approach
cutting-edge method
new school thinking
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