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outdatedly

|out/dat/ed/ly|

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/aʊtˈdeɪtɪdli/

(outdated)

no longer current

Base Form
outdated
Etymology
Etymology Information

'outdatedly' originates from the English word 'outdated', where 'out-' meant 'beyond' and 'dated' referred to 'having a date'.

Historical Evolution

'outdated' changed from the Middle English word 'outdate' and eventually became the modern English word 'outdated'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'having a date beyond the current time', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'no longer current or fashionable'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner that is no longer current or fashionable.

The software was outdatedly designed, lacking modern features.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45