outmoded/outdated
Meaning(s)
1. gone out of fashion, no longer popular
Popularity
High
Professional
High
Social
How to Memorize
outmoded way of doing sth, outdated software/technology
Analysis
Something which is ’outmoded’ or ’outdated’ is no longer in fashion or trendy. Something ’outdated’ might not be the preferred way of doing or approaching something anymore.
Social Examples (Advance)
- I think I need a new laptop. This one is getting really outdated, and it's not compatible with software updates.
- None of these apps work on my phone because it's running an outdated operating system.
Professional Examples (Basic)
- The company was really suffering because of their outmoded production method. Their competitors were doing it the new way.