MOSSY Synonyms: 100 Similar and Opposite Words

mossy

adjective

ˈmȯ-sē

Definition of mossy

as in archaic

having passed its time of use or usefulness mossy rules of etiquette that date from the Victorian era

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Recent Examples of mossy Compare this with a similarly arresting later sequence, set deep within a magnificently mossy forest, where a band of hunters, led by Sung-ki (Zo In-sung, full of rascally charisma), do battle with Va’migere’s alien friends. — Justin Chang, New Yorker, 4 Sep. 2026 Its mossy olive tone adds depth to the walls, while the earthy brown undertones bring warmth. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 28 Aug. 2026 Behr’s 2027 Color of the Year, Grounded, is a mossy olive green inspired by nature’s calming influence. — Kate McKenna, The Spruce, 26 Aug. 2026 Also, the Grindr is all guys either dressed up for pup play or wearing ladies’ panties, which is also not my idea of a good time, but slightly better than getting your foot stuck in a wet, mossy hole. — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 5 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for mossy

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Cornell University’s investigation, of course, did not have to adhere to New York’s arguably archaic criminal standards, but its response, too, has triggered anger and disbelief across airwaves and social media.

— Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 1 Oct. 2026
Not that Georgian masculinity, with its macho, bellicose posturing and archaic codes of honor, is portrayed as anything other than fumbling and futile.

— Jessica Kiang, Variety, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of archaic

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Adopting techniques from classic-Hollywood style, cinematographers dusted off antiquated equipment, using tungsten bulbs instead of LEDs to create the low-key contrasts typical of the genre.

— Harmon Siegel, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2026
Furthermore, its green monochrome display will likely feel antiquated once full-color waveguide tech matures.

— Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of antiquated

Adjective

In a new study published this week in the journal Antiquity, researchers describe how a group of historians helped discover the early medieval monastery in a stroke of good luck.

— Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 1 Oct. 2026
The film turns the princess tale into a passage across medieval fantasy, retro-futurist sci-fi and the present day.

— Emiliano de Pablos, Variety, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of medieval

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Frazier, who had become world champion during Ali’s absence, handed the ring-rusty Ali the first loss of his professional career.

— Britannica Editors, Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 Sep. 2026
Helen admired pheasants and kept their long, rusty feathers in her sewing room.

— Tom Drury, Harpers Magazine, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of rusty

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