English Reference
adjective

dated

adj.
US /ˈdeɪtɪd/ UK /dˈeɪtɪd/ dat·ed

  1. 01 B1 Intermediate

    looking old-fashioned and no longer modern or stylish.

    appearing old-fashioned or belonging to a previous era; no longer considered contemporary or stylish.

    Simple

    The wallpaper in the hotel looked very dated and needed to be replaced.

    In context

    The software's user interface felt remarkably dated compared to the sleek, minimalist designs of its modern competitors.

    outdatedold fashionedobsolete
  2. 02 B2 Upper Intermediate

    having a specific date written or printed on it.

    bearing a specific date, often for the purpose of identification or authentication.

    Simple

    The archaeologist found a dated coin from the sixteenth century.

    In context

    The museum curator examined the dated manuscript to verify that it truly originated from the early Victorian period.

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Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Common
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