AntonymAncient ↔ Modern
Very old; from a time long ago.
Hampi has ancient temples carved from stone.
Belonging to the present or recent times.
The new metro station in Pune looks very modern.
Remember: Ancient is for thousands of years, not last year. An old phone is 'old', not 'ancient' (unless you are joking).
Quick check
The new metro station in Pune looks very ____.
Short lessonAntonymsOpposites come in kinds. Some have middle steps; some are simply one or the other.