Outdated/ˌaʊtˈdeɪtɪd/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Technological Context Use when discussing old technology that's replaced by newer inventions. VHS tapes are outdated due to digital streaming services. Pro Tip 2/3Fashion and Trends Describes clothing or styles that are no longer popular. Bell-bottom jeans are considered outdated in most fashion circles. Pro Tip 3/3Avoid for People Not polite to describe people as outdated, implies irrelevance. Calling a dancer outdated is disrespectful; say their style is classic instead.