UP-TO-DATE Synonyms: 111 Similar and Opposite Words

up-to-date

adjective

ˈəp-tə-ˈdāt

Definition of up-to-date

as in modern

being or involving the latest methods, concepts, information, or styles demanded the most up-to-date computer system available

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as in informed

having information especially as a result of study or experience I'm afraid that I'm not up-to-date on that issue

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Recent Examples of up-to-date The building isn’t structured as a typical up-to-date library would be, creating awkwardness when navigating the space, according to that presentation. — Sofi Zeman july 31, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026 For up-to-date information from the festival, follow on TikTok, Facebook, X, Discord and Instagram at @lollapalooza, on the Lollapalooza website and via Lollapalooza’s Festiverse mobile app. — Britt Julious, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2026 Guests are encouraged to peruse the TCI Whale Project for up-to-date spotting information and to report any of their own sightings as a way to assist the organization with its ongoing research. — Joey Skladany, Travel + Leisure, 25 July 2026 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 See All Example Sentences for up-to-date

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Adjective

Monastiq is an all-day restaurant with a modern take on traditional Czech cuisine, complete with special menus for kids as well as a seasonal selection of dishes.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
Though guests will love the home’s open-concept layout, gourmet kitchen, and modern touches, the great outdoors are the main draw.

— Kelsey Mulvey, Vogue, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of modern

Adjective

Healthcare organizations must evolve to meet these AI-empowered patients, integrating technology to support informed consumers without increasing staff burnout.

— Gary Drenik, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
As federal student loan policies continue to evolve, however, borrowers should review their eligibility regularly, certify their employment and stay informed about any changes that could affect their repayment path.

— Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of informed

Adjective

That same year, Wolfram set out on an ambitious new direction in science aimed at understanding the origins of complexity in nature.

— Big Think, Big Think, 4 Aug. 2026
If your crepe myrtles aren’t receiving enough light, transplant them to a new growing location when the plants are dormant in winter.

— Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of new

Adjective

Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz Classic-TV enthusiasts are well acquainted with the impact Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz had on the medium.

— Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 31 July 2026
But that conflict quickly fizzles as both parents become acquainted with this robot, whose memories only extend to the information the couple provided.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 24 July 2026

Definition of acquainted

Adjective

Downstairs, at Whitney Café, expect contemporary American with a global influence; at the eighth-floor Studio Bar, soups, salads, and light bites rival skyline views through floor-to-ceiling windows.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Aug. 2026
What began as a more faithful attempt at recreating Shakespearean verse gradually evolved as the team tried to figure out how to make something that spoke to then-contemporary anxieties.

— Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of contemporary

Adjective

By adjusting the electron-trapping layer, the researchers could tune the device’s current recovery time across an approximately fivefold range.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 Aug. 2026
Though the current main building was erected in 1902, part of the Old City Hall, which dates to 1845, was incorporated into it.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of current

Adjective

On the day of the fire, Farinacci was aware Spokane County was under a red flag warning and conditions were ideal to start a fire, according to Drapeau.

— Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026
Asked about any projects with varying zones in a low-density residential area, Smith said city community development staff were not aware of another similar example.

— Rose Evans August 9, Idaho Statesman, 9 Aug. 2026

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