antiquated
Adjective
Medium difficulty
What does “antiquated” mean?
adjective.old-fashioned or outdated.
SAT Usage
The term is often found in passages discussing technology, culture, or societal norms, emphasizing the negative impact of being out of touch with modern advancements. It implies not just age or obsolescence, but a lack of relevance or practicality in contemporary settings, differing from synonyms like "obsolete," which focuses purely on functionality rather than cultural or aesthetic value.
Common Confusions
Antiquated implies a lack of relevance or practicality in contemporary settings, while obsolete usually suggests something that is no longer in use or functional, focusing purely on its outdated status.
Do not choose antiquated if the context emphasizes modernity or innovation rather than being old-fashioned or outdated.
Example Sentences
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The factory still used antiquated machinery from the 1950s.