Crossword clue

Current crossword clue

We have 16 answers for the clue “Current”, from 2–12 letters. The most likely answer is PRESENT.

Top answer PRESENT 7 letters · Existing now

All answers for “Current”

AnswerLettersMeaning
2-letter answers
AC 2 Alternating current
DC 2 Direct current
4-letter answers
FLOW 4 Steady movement of liquid
TIDE 4 Flow of the sea
EDDY 4 Circular movement of water
5-letter answers
DRIFT 5 Slow movement of water or air
6-letter answers
MODERN 6 Of the present time
STREAM 6 Steady flow of water or air
LATEST 6 Most recent
7-letter answers
PRESENT Best match 7 Existing now
TOPICAL 7 Of interest at the moment
ONGOING 7 Still in progress
8-letter answers
EXISTING 8 In operation now
UNDERTOW 8 Flow beneath the surface
10-letter answers
PREVAILING 10 Most common at present
12-letter answers
CONTEMPORARY 12 Belonging to the present

What does “Current” mean?

As an adjective, belonging to the present time or in general use now. As a noun, a flow of water or air in one direction, or a flow of electricity.

Solving tip

Water answers include TIDE, FLOW, EDDY and STREAM; time answers include PRESENT, LATEST and MODERN. Two-letter slots, and cryptic wordplay, often want AC or DC for electrical current.

Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to the crossword clue "Current"?

The most likely answer is PRESENT (7 letters) — Existing now. Other common answers are MODERN (6), STREAM (6), FLOW (4), TIDE (4).

How many letters are in the answer to "Current"?

Answers to "Current" range from 2–12 letters. Count the squares in your grid and use the length filter on this page to narrow the list.