SPACE-AGE Synonyms: 76 Similar and Opposite Words

space-age

adjective

ˈspās-ˈāj

Definition of space-age

as in modern

being or involving the latest methods, concepts, information, or styles space-age technology that totally transformed the news-gathering business

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Recent Examples of space-age Just take a look at Hilary Duff rocking a space-age silver dress, for example. — Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 26 May 2026 His distinctly space-age aesthetic, born of necessity in one of the world’s most unforgiving environments, is now arguably the continent’s prevailing architectural style. — Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 25 May 2026 The report offered the clearest indication yet of how expensive the ambitious project could become, as well as the enormous technical and financial challenges of building a space-age shield against missile attacks. — Nik Popli, Time, 12 May 2026 The car – sporting a space-age dashboard like no other with a range of 265 miles – made electric vehicles practical. — John Pacenti, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for space-age

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Monastiq is an all-day restaurant with a modern take on traditional Czech cuisine, complete with special menus for kids as well as a seasonal selection of dishes.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
Though guests will love the home’s open-concept layout, gourmet kitchen, and modern touches, the great outdoors are the main draw.

— Kelsey Mulvey, Vogue, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of modern

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That same year, Wolfram set out on an ambitious new direction in science aimed at understanding the origins of complexity in nature.

— Big Think, Big Think, 4 Aug. 2026
If your crepe myrtles aren’t receiving enough light, transplant them to a new growing location when the plants are dormant in winter.

— Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of new

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The design wows with airy lounges, plush seating nooks, chrome finishes, curved contemporary furnishings and floor-to-ceiling glass with jaw-dropping vistas at every turn.

— Stephanie Orma, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Stephanie Gavan is a freelance writer and editor from Liverpool with a background in contemporary art and a deep affection for Italy, having spent years living among the canals of Venice.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026

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