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obsolete

CEFR: C1
No longer produced, used, or relevant because something newer and more efficient has replaced it.

Synonyms

  • outmoded
  • antiquated
  • outdated

Common Collocations

  • render obsolete
  • become obsolete
  • obsolete technology

Example Sentence

Rapid digitalization rendered legacy paper-based filing archives virtually obsolete across public administrations.

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