How the term modern derived?

The term "modern" derives from the Latin Word "modernus," which means "just now" or "recent." It began to be used in Europe during the late Middle Ages to distinguish the contemporary era from antiquity and the classical past. Over time, "modern" came to describe the cultural, artistic, and intellectual developments that emerged during the Renaissance and later periods, particularly from the 17th century onwards, reflecting changes in society, philosophy, and technology.