outdated

adjective

out·​dat·​ed ˌau̇t-ˈdā-təd How to pronounce outdated (audio)
: no longer current : outmoded
outdatedly adverb
outdatedness noun

Examples of outdated in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The interiors of the boutique hotel are rather endearing, if just a touch outdated, but past guests note everything is comfortable and welcoming. Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2024 The increasing opacity of state government decision making is compounded by its having data systems that are clunky and often offer only outdated information. Dan Walters, Orange County Register, 26 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for outdated 

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Word History

First Known Use

1616, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of outdated was in 1616

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“Outdated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outdated. Accessed 6 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

outdated

adjective
out·​dat·​ed (ˈ)au̇t-ˈdāt-əd How to pronounce outdated (audio)
: not up-to-date

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