Recent
Example: The results are based on recent data
Definition
"Recent" describes something that has happened or appeared not long ago, typically within a short time before the present. It is often used to indicate newness or freshness, such as in the phrase "recent data," meaning data collected or updated in the near past.
Etymology
The word "recent" comes from the Latin word 'recens,' meaning 'fresh' or 'new.' It entered English in the late 16th century, retaining the sense of something newly happened or observed. Did you know? The Latin root also led to words like 'reception' and 'recess,' showing a common theme of something current or ongoing.
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"Recent" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 3", containing 112 commonly used words.
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