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 For the most up-to-date information on this year's screenings, visit the programming page of the festival here. — Kat Chen, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Sep. 2026 The advice emphasizes the importance of sleep, limited screen time and up-to-date vaccinations, according to a community announcement. — Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026 Having one’s eyes regularly checked by an eye care specialist can help maintain both proper eye health and an up-to-date prescription. — Miami Herald, 28 Aug. 2026 Ideally, your healthcare provider would take these factors into account and use the most up-to-date evidence for deciding which antibiotic to prescribe and for how long. — Amy J. Mathers, The Conversation, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for up-to-date

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Adjective

What may have surprised even modern sports fans, however, was Ole Miss' suing two of its former players who followed former Rebels coach Lane Kiffin to his new position as head football coach at LSU.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 19 Sep. 2026
In the heart of East Nashville, this two-bedroom home is perfect for families and those looking for a long-term stay topped with modern appliances and laundry.

— Sara Sturek, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of modern

Adjective

Ohanian said the debate around AI should focus on substantive risks rather than issues that can be used to score political points, arguing that an informed public is essential to navigating the technology.

— Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 17 Sep. 2026
Artificial intelligence presents significant opportunities for manufacturers to improve productivity, reduce costs and support more informed decision-making.

— Nishkam Batta, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of informed

Adjective

This means their meaning is easier to guess for someone without any previous knowledge of the gesture or language being spoken; perfect for creating a new language from scratch.

— Hannah Little, Scientific American, 20 Sep. 2026
Lane Kiffin’s new team at LSU couldn’t deny Trinidad Chambliss — the quarterback Kiffin helped transform into a star after recruiting him from a Division II program to Mississippi last year.

— Brett Martel, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of new

Adjective

While the UConn Huskies men’s and women’s basketball teams know the thrill of national championships, our football fans are more acquainted with the highs-and-lows of an upstart contender and an uphill battle.

— U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, Hartford Courant, 24 Aug. 2026
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

Definition of acquainted

Adjective

Stone and Robert Icke, for example, have both built careers on transplanting old stories into slick contemporary containers, and, in varying degrees, those containers can come packed with power.

— Sara Holdren, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026
Inside, the property blends ancient artifacts with contemporary furnishings.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of contemporary

Adjective

That could still be possible even if White does not play at Portman Road tomorrow night, but his early substitution at the Stadium of Light felt a bit too familiar.

— Art de Roché, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026
If this was the case, Hodge realized, experts could continue their calculations using familiar algebraic structures instead of struggling with the triangles.

— Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of familiar

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