What is modern?

Answer 1

Modernism is a cultural movement that generally includes the progressive art and architecture, music, literature and design which emerged in the decades before 1914. It was a movement of artists and designers who rebelled against late 19th century academic and historicity traditions, and embraced the new economic, social and political aspects of the emerging modern world.

Answer 2

Modern means 'up to date' or what is the current situation.