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antiquated

 

[ ˈæn.tɪ.kwə.teɪ.tɪd ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

old-fashioned

Outdated or old-fashioned, typically referring to something that is no longer used or useful in modern times.

Synonyms

archaic, obsolete, outdated

Examples of usage

  • The antiquated computer system was finally replaced with a more efficient one.
  • Her antiquated views on gender roles were not well-received by the younger generation.
Context #2 | Verb

make obsolete

To make something old-fashioned or out of date by introducing new methods or ideas.

Synonyms

obsolete, outdate, replace

Examples of usage

  • The new technology quickly antiquated the previous models.
  • The rise of digital photography antiquated traditional film cameras.

Translations

Translations of the word "antiquated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 antiquado

🇮🇳 पुराना

🇩🇪 veraltet

🇮🇩 kuno

🇺🇦 застарілий

🇵🇱 przestarzały

🇯🇵 時代遅れの

🇫🇷 désuet

🇪🇸 anticuado

🇹🇷 modası geçmiş

🇰🇷 구식의

🇸🇦 قديم

🇨🇿 zastaralý

🇸🇰 zastaralý

🇨🇳 过时的

🇸🇮 zastarel

🇮🇸 úreltur

🇰🇿 ескі

🇬🇪 დასაბლებული

🇦🇿 köhnəlmiş

🇲🇽 anticuado

Etymology

The word 'antiquated' originated from the Latin word 'antiquātus', which means 'made old'. It first appeared in the English language in the early 17th century. Over time, 'antiquated' has come to be associated with things that are no longer in style or useful due to advancements in technology or changes in society.

See also: antiques, antiquities, antiquity.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,740, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.