Definition

No longer in style or popular; outdated.

Example

The clothing she wore was considered demode and not suitable for the modern party.

Conversation

Have you noticed that those shoes are really demode now?

Yeah, I saw someone wearing them the other day, and it felt weird.

I guess it's time to update my wardrobe then.

Definitely! Fashion changes so fast these days.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Demode is derived from the French word 'démodé', which means out of fashion or outdated. The prefix 'dé-' indicates removal or reversal, and 'mode' comes from the Latin 'modus', meaning manner or fashion. Thus, 'demode' refers to something that has been removed from current fashion or is no longer in style.

Memory Tip

Think of 'dé-' meaning to remove and 'mode' referring to fashion — this helps you remember that 'demode' means something that is out of fashion.

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