obsolete

The word “obsolete” has 3 syllables: ob-so-lete.

It's pronounced as /ˈɑbsəˌlit/.

What is synonym and antonym for obsolete?

In the thesaurus, “obsolete” has 5 synonyms and 7 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for obsolete along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for obsolete

antiquated
archaic
medieval
out-of-date
outmoded

Antonyms for obsolete

contemporary
current
modern
new
present-day
recent
up-to-date

Meanings of obsolete

adjective

(of words, equipment, etc.) No longer in use; gone into disuse; disused or neglected (often by preference for something newer, which replaces the subject).
Imperfectly developed; not very distinct.

verb

To cause to become obsolete.

Example Sentences

The company decided to replace their obsolete computer systems with newer models.
Printed encyclopedias have become obsolete with the widespread availability of online information.
The advent of digital photography rendered film cameras largely obsolete.
Many industries face the challenge of adapting to new technologies to avoid becoming obsolete.
The traditional method of communication via handwritten letters has become largely obsolete in the age of instant messaging.

On this page you'll find 12 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to obsolete, such as: antiquated, archaic, contemporary, current, medieval, modern, new.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.