outdated

adjective

out·​dat·​ed ˌau̇t-ˈdā-təd 

: no longer current : outmoded

outdatedly adverb

outdatedness noun

Synonyms of outdated

• obsolete
• archaic
• antiquated

Examples of outdated in a Sentence

an outdated rotary telephone

Recent Examples on the Web

Without clear ownership, teams can create inconsistent experiences or allow campaigns to become outdated. — Sharat Potharaju, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

Computer Monitors While newer flat-screen monitors in good working condition are accepted at many thrift stores, older outdated models are not. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2026

Many common car maintenance beliefs are now outdated due to advancements in automotive technology. — Keith Laing, USA Today, 15 Aug. 2026

These outdated systems and government ineptitude have caused outrage among Puerto Ricans, who have taken to the streets to demand that government officials step up to get the crisis resolved. — Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 14 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1616, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for outdated

• abated
• ablated
• awaited
• belated
• berated
• castrated
• chelated
• citrated
• collated
• conflated
• created
• curated

Kids Definition

outdated

adjective

out·​dat·​ed (ˈ)au̇t-ˈdāt-əd 

: not up-to-date