now

adverb

1. 1. at the present time; at this moment
   2. at once
2. at the time referred to; then; next: now his joy began
3. at a time very close to the present; specif.,
   1. very recently; not long ago: with just: he left just now
   2. very soon: often with just: they are leaving just now
4. given the situation; with things as they are: now we'll never know what happened

conjunction

noun

adjective

interjection

1. used to signify warning, reproach, etc.: now, be careful!
2. used with no definite meaning, to provide emphasis or to preface or resume one's remarks: now, I'd been waiting a long time for a chance to get even with him
3. used to express sympathy, concern, consolation, etc. when repeated: now, now—it's not so bad after all!

1. National Organization for Women
2. negotiable order of withdrawal