Opposite of modern, contemporary, or the newest or most recent
“We carried out a comparative study examining the effectiveness and efficiency of using the traditional method of cooking over three stones.”
Opposite of having a trendy or hip edge
“She presents herself without makeup and wears an outdated skirt and blouse.”
Opposite of last in order, sequence, or time
“After the heroic period of discovery and of the first explorers came the era of observations and research.”
Opposite of being advanced in development
“This is a primitive device that lacks the features of its modern predecessors.”
Opposite of most recent in time
“I'm sure we will have something worked out in the next week or two.”
Opposite of unique or original in nature
“The company uses a traditional approach to selling goods online.”
Opposite of trendy or fashionable
“He wore baggy, rainbow-colored pants that were highly unfashionable.”
Opposite of a phenomenon that is popular for a short period of time
“That morphing technology is history now, but I can remember the first time I saw it done.”
Opposite of news or gossip that is current
“Don't give me old news! What are the current rumors?”
Opposite of the prevailing fashion or style at a particular time
Opposite of information about a subject, typically only known to a select few
Opposite of a fashion or fad, current or for a given period
Opposite of a phenomenon that becomes popular for a very short time
Opposite of information, typically having military, political or commercial value
“Where did we get this misinformation relating to the whereabouts of our targets?”
Opposite of a phenomenon that is popular for a short period of time
“Zoolander is such a countertrend right now!”
Opposite of an item or story published or broadcast by only one source
“I clicked on the catchy headline, but the content turned out to be a nonstory.”
Opposite of superlative for after the expected, proper, or usual time
“Since you have arrived early, can you help me set up?”
Opposite of superlative for at or until a time far on in the day or night
“She usually likes to get her errands over and done with early so that she has time for her kids and yoga later.”
Opposite of superlative for after a deadline has passed, or past a designated time
“I was pleasantly surprised that you handed in your assignment early.”
Opposite of superlative for in the recent past
“His achievements have been enshrined here long ago as a reminder of what hard work can achieve.”
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