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Outmoded: meaning, definitions and examples

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outmoded

 

[ aʊtˈmoʊdɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

fashion and style

Out of fashion or no longer in style; obsolete.

Synonyms

antiquated, obsolete, old-fashioned, outdated

Examples of usage

  • The outmoded fashion trends from the 80s are making a comeback.
  • The technology used in this device is completely outmoded.
  • His outmoded approach to marketing is not effective in today's digital age.

Translations

Translations of the word "outmoded" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ultrapassado

🇮🇳 पुराना

🇩🇪 veraltet

🇮🇩 kuno

🇺🇦 застарілий

🇵🇱 przestarzały

🇯🇵 時代遅れ

🇫🇷 démodé

🇪🇸 anticuado

🇹🇷 modası geçmiş

🇰🇷 구식의

🇸🇦 عفا عليه الزمن

🇨🇿 zastaralý

🇸🇰 zastaraný

🇨🇳 过时的

🇸🇮 zastaral

🇮🇸 úreltur

🇰🇿 ескірген

🇬🇪 მოძველებული

🇦🇿 köhnəlmiş

🇲🇽 anticuado

Etymology

The word 'outmoded' originated in the early 20th century, combining 'out' and 'mode' to indicate something no longer in fashion or style. It reflects the ever-changing nature of trends and preferences in society, highlighting the constant evolution of what is considered modern and relevant.

See also: modem, outmode.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,391, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.