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obsolete

adjective

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Meaning

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No longer produced or used; out of date.

Example Sentence

Many older cell phones are now obsolete because newer models have better features and capabilities.

Usage Note

Use this word to describe things that are no longer useful, relevant, or in production because they have been replaced by something newer or better. It's commonly applied to technology, fashion, or even ideas that have become outdated.