Definition

No longer useful or popular; something that is outdated or not in style anymore.

Example

Many people consider flip phones to be outmoded compared to smartphones.

Conversation

Have you seen those outmoded fashion trends coming back lately?

Yeah, it's funny how old styles keep resurfacing.

I know, but some of them really are just too outmoded for today.

True! It’s best to leave certain trends in the past.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Outmoded → It is formed from "out-" (meaning outside or beyond) and "moded" (from "mode", which comes from Latin "modus", meaning manner or way). The word "outmoded" means beyond the current manner or style, indicating something that is no longer in fashion or use.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'beyond' ('out-') the current 'way' ('modus') of doing things — that's why outmoded means it's no longer in style.

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