adjective

antiquated

/ænˈtɪkweɪtɪd/ · say it: an·TIK·way·tid

old-fashioned and outdated

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In more detail

1. (adjective) very old and no longer used or popular

2. (adjective) old-fashioned in style or ideas

Examples

1. The computer system at the office is antiquated and needs to be replaced.
2. His antiquated views on gender roles do not match modern society.

How to use antiquated

Antiquated describes things that are no longer current or useful, often with a disapproving or dismissive tone. It applies to objects, systems, ideas, or styles that have become worn out by time. Unlike 'vintage' or 'antique,' which may be valued for their age, antiquated implies something is undesirably old and past its practical or cultural usefulness.

Common phrases

antiquated equipment
antiquated technology
antiquated ideas
antiquated system
seem antiquated

Synonyms

outdated · obsolete · outmoded · archaic · old-fashioned

Opposites

modern · contemporary · current

Word family

antiquate (verb) · antiquity (noun)

A common mistake

Learners sometimes confuse antiquated with antique; antique suggests something old and valuable, while antiquated suggests something old and obsolete.

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