datedness

/ˈdeɪ.tɪd.nəs/

NOUN

1. The quality of being old-fashioned or outdated

The quality or state of being old-fashioned, obsolete, or no longer appropriate to the present time.

The state of being outdated or no longer useful because newer developments, technologies, or methods have replaced something.

The datedness of the technology was evident as newer, more advanced models flooded the market.
The professor remarked on the datedness of the research methods used in the study.

The quality of belonging to an earlier period or having characteristics associated with great age or the distant past.

Despite its historical significance, the datedness of the building's design became increasingly apparent over time.
The datedness of the film's special effects made it less captivating to modern audiences.

The quality of seeming stale, unfashionable, or characteristic of an earlier era rather than contemporary tastes and styles.

She couldn't ignore the datedness of her grandmother's antique furniture in her contemporary apartment.
The datedness of the presentation was apparent in its references to outdated trends.