up-to-date

adjective

ˈəp-tə-ˈdāt 

1

: extending up to the present time : including the latest information

up-to-date maps

2

: abreast of the times : modern

up-to-date methods

up-to-dately adverb

up-to-dateness noun

Synonyms of up-to-date

• modern
• new
• contemporary
• current
• stylish

Examples of up-to-date in a Sentence

demanded the most up-to-date computer system available

I'm afraid that I'm not up-to-date on that issue

Recent Examples on the Web

But the most up-to-date guidelines, and the growing body of research behind them, make a strong case for a more holistic approach. — Gabriel E. Hales, The Conversation, 17 July 2026

There was a 20% chance of thunderstorms and showers in the Boise area on Thursday, according to the weather service’s most up-to-date forecast. — Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 16 July 2026

Frank Lopez, the interim director of the city’s new communications center, said that when the call reaches the center, up-to-date technology helps the dispatcher know what questions to ask and automatically gives the ambulance the precise location. — Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 16 July 2026

The Hill is known for offering brisk, up-to-date reports out of each branch of government in Washington, and is often linked to on other websites. — Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1887, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for up-to-date

• abdicate
• abrogate
• acetate
• activate
• actuate
• aggravate
• agitate
• alginate
• alienate
• allocate
• amputate
• angulate

Kids Definition

up-to-date

adjective

1

: coming up to the present time

up-to-date maps

2

: knowing, being, or making use of what is new or modern

up-to-date methods

up-to-dateness noun