A person who lives at the same time with another?

Appeared in: KGMU 2023

Explanation

The word 'Contemporary' is derived from Latin, where 'con-' means 'with' or 'together' and 'tempus' means 'time'.
It accurately defines someone or something that exists or lives during the same period as another.
For example, William Shakespeare and Galileo Galilei were contemporaries as they lived during the same historical era.

Option B: Legendary refers to fame or being part of a myth or legend, not a time period relative to another person.
Option C: Archaic means something is very old or from a much earlier time. It is the opposite of contemporary in this context.
Option D: Adjutant is a specific job title, typically in the military, for an administrative assistant to a senior officer. It has no connection to time periods.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Vocabulary and Word Meanings as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
While this is a non-nursing question, the General English section of nursing entrance exams tests vocabulary and language comprehension.
A strong vocabulary is essential for clear communication with patients and colleagues, and for understanding medical literature.
What if the question asked for a word meaning 'lasting for a very short time'? The answer would be 'ephemeral', not 'contemporary'.

How to Approach the Question

First, read the question carefully to understand the definition being asked for: 'a person who lives at the same time with another'.
Analyze each option's meaning.
Option A, 'Contemporary', directly matches the definition.
Evaluate the other options to confirm they are incorrect. 'Legendary' relates to fame, 'Archaic' to being old, and 'Adjutant' to a military role.
Use the process of elimination to discard the incorrect options, confirming that 'Contemporary' is the best fit.

Concept Tested & Keywords

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