Outmoded: meaning, definitions and examples

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outmoded

 

[ aสŠtหˆmoสŠdษชd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

fashion and style

Out of fashion or no longer in style; obsolete.

Synonyms

antiquated, obsolete, old-fashioned, outdated.

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Word Description / Examples
outmoded

Used when something is no longer in fashion or no longer useful in the current context. It suggests that the item or idea has been replaced by something more contemporary.

  • His outmoded views on leadership are no longer acceptable in today's dynamic workplace
obsolete

Best used when something is completely outdated and no longer in use or even required. It implies that the item or idea is entirely replaced by newer versions.

  • Typewriters are largely obsolete in the age of computers and digital devices
outdated

Used for something that is no longer current or up-to-date. It doesn't necessarily mean it is no longer useful, but it is not aligned with modern standards or technologies.

  • The data in the report is outdated, so we need to gather more recent information
antiquated

Often used to describe something that is very old and no longer useful because a better or more modern version is available. It often has a slightly negative connotation, implying it is outdated to the point of being a hinderance.

  • The company still uses antiquated software that can't handle modern-day demands
old-fashioned

Used to describe something that is from a past time and not in line with current trends. It can be neutral or slightly positive, as it may also evoke nostalgia.

  • My grandmother loves wearing old-fashioned dresses that remind her of her youth

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:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ultrapassado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคฐเคพเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช veraltet

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kuno

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐัั‚ะฐั€ั–ะปะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ przestarzaล‚y

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ™‚ไปฃ้…ใ‚Œ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท dรฉmodรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ anticuado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท modasฤฑ geรงmiลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ตฌ์‹์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนูุง ุนู„ูŠู‡ ุงู„ุฒู…ู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zastaralรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zastaranรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฟ‡ๆ—ถ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zastaral

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รบreltur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะตัะบั–ั€ะณะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒซแƒ•แƒ”แƒšแƒ”แƒ‘แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kรถhnษ™lmiลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ 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.