RIGHT NOW Synonyms: 83 Similar and Opposite Words

right now

adverb

Definition of right now

as in currently

at the present time right now we are in the middle of a major home renovation

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Relevance

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as in immediately

without delay answer my question right now

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Recent Examples of right now OpenAI’s Dots are only available to paid subscribers right now, while Meta’s Muse is free to use. — Allison Johnson, The Verge, 9 Oct. 2026 What this means for fashion brands right now For brands, the takeaway is to know where Gen Z draws the line. — Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 9 Oct. 2026 And right now, 20% off feels pretty premium for post-Prime Day savings! — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 9 Oct. 2026 That has, from my standpoint, permeated the organization, and that’s what everybody talks about right now. — Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for right now

Recent Examples of Synonyms for right now

Adverb

This narrative of the woes of leadership could serve as a cautionary tale for the few dozen men and women in both of America’s political parties currently searching their souls and consulting their spouses about whether to run for president.

— Ben Smith, semafor.com, 13 Oct. 2026
The Dream are currently planning to play at least some home games in their 3,500-seat venue, a reminder that while the W has seen large commercial growth in recent years, there’s still more to be seen.

— Scott Soshnick, Sportico.com, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of currently

Adverb

The 1996 work is part of eight self-portraits Bowie created during a prolific period of painting, all of which were snapped up immediately.

— Ellise Shafer, Variety, 9 Oct. 2026
The Nobel committee did not immediately respond to an email seeking comment following Rubio’s announcement.

— Stefanie Dazio, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of immediately

Adverb

The deficit, which will now be added to the growing national debt, was 12 percent higher than the year before, with Republicans--who used to be deficit scolds--controlling the executive and legislative branches.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Oct. 2026
On Friday evening, ABC News republished a new version of the story re-reported by Charalambous, now without a byline.

— Max Tani, semafor.com, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of now

Adverb

Contact the treating clinician promptly for worsening pain, spreading redness or warmth, pus-like drainage, fever, extensive blistering, eye symptoms, or a reaction substantially more severe than described.

— Malana VanTyler, Miami Herald, 6 Oct. 2026
The company encouraged employees to use Microsoft Teams, but while some replied promptly, others put their own work first.

— Bilin Lin, Fortune, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of promptly

Adverb

The overlook wasn’t designed for large crowds, and the local secret isn’t so local anymore.

— Eva Flowe October 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 Oct. 2026
Yamamoto was held back for this game while Skubal started the opener, but Yamamoto shouldn’t take a back seat to anyone anymore this postseason.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of anymore

Adverb

While the resulting hydrogen can help decarbonize industries that are difficult to electrify directly, its wider adoption has been constrained by its cost compared with hydrogen produced from fossil fuels.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2026
In this region, soft, sandy beaches are abundant, not only directly in front of the resort but on both sides of it, and surfers can find some excellent, challenging breaks.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of directly

Adverb

If elected, Whiting wants to dive right in to figure out other ways to expedite permitting, including through the use of AI and other tech.

— Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 10 Oct. 2026
And right in the middle is a cutout whose shape evokes the head of a bald eagle — and that's the name that Krasner gave to this collage.

— Anastasia Tsioulcas, NPR, 10 Oct. 2026

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