dated
9 synonyms and 5 antonyms for dated, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — No longer fashionable or up to date; feeling old-fashioned.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use dated
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Frequently asked questions
What does “dated” mean?
The word “dated” means no longer fashionable or up to date; feeling old-fashioned. In plain terms, either "has an actual date written on it" or "feels old and out of style now.".
How do you pronounce “dated”?
“Dated” is pronounced DAY-tihd (/ˈdeɪtɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “dated” in a sentence?
Here is “dated” used in a sentence: “His slang sounds pretty dated to anyone under twenty.”
What is another word for “dated”?
Words with a similar meaning to “dated” include old-fashioned, retro and old hat.
What is the opposite of “dated”?
The opposite of “dated” — its antonyms — are undated, up-to-date, current, a la mode and trendy.
What part of speech is “dated”?
“Dated” is an adjective.
Is “dated” a common word?
“Dated” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “dated” have?
“Dated” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: no longer fashionable or up to date; feeling old-fashioned.
What is the difference between "dated" and "old-fashioned"?
Both mean no longer fashionable, but dated suggests something clearly belongs to a recent past period and now feels behind the times. Old-fashioned can be more neutral or even affectionate, sometimes describing traditional styles that people choose on purpose.
What is the difference between "dated" and "vintage"?
Dated usually carries a negative tone, implying something looks stale or out of touch. Vintage is generally positive, describing older items valued for their quality or classic style, so a jacket can be admired as vintage but criticized as dated.
What are common collocations with "dated"?
In the fashion sense, common pairings include looks dated, feels dated, and slightly dated. In the neutral sense you see phrases like dated and signed, and "a check dated for next week."