Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
antiquate
verb
/ˈantɪkweɪt/
Definition
To make something outdated or obsolete; to cause something to lose its relevance or usefulness due to the passage of time.
Examples
- The rapid advancement of technology has a tendency to antiquate older devices.
- Many argue that traditional teaching methods are being antiquated by modern educational techniques.
Meaning
The term ‘antiquate’ refers to the process of rendering something old-fashioned or no longer in use.
Synonyms
- obsolete
- outmoded
- outdated
- superannuated
