Today Definition & Meaning
today
- adverb
- in these times; "it is solely by their language that the upper classes nowadays are distinguished"- Nancy Mitford; "we now rarely see horse-drawn vehicles on city streets"; "today almost every home has television"
- on this day as distinct from yesterday or tomorrow; "I can't meet with you today"
- noun
- the present time or age; "the world of today"; "today we have computers"
- the day that includes the present moment (as opposed to yesterday or tomorrow); "Today is beautiful"; "did you see today's newspaper?"
"Today" in song lyrics
See how today is used in real songs:
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"Now fly away, Dive put the whole world on trial today"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Cheesey Rat, Crunch Lo, Diverse — Revelations -
"It's loyalty where I stay, but ain't promised today"
1st Infantry f/ Prodigy, Alchemist, Twin & Evidence — Fourth of July -
"from losing my life but maybe saving yours today"
2Mex — Falcon Gentle
Words that rhyme with today
Usage tips for "today"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "today" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for today to find words that pair well.