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veraltet
/fɛɐ̯ˈʔaltət/
outdated
Diese Technologie ist veraltet.
This technology is outdated.
general
No longer in use or current; outdated or obsolete due to being replaced by newer versions or methods.
Das Betriebssystem ist veraltet und sollte aktualisiert werden.
The operating system is outdated and should be updated.
Veraltete Gesetze müssen reformiert werden.
Outdated laws need to be reformed.
Often used to describe technology, laws, or practices that are no longer effective or relevant.
Collocations
veraltete Technologieoutdated technologyveraltete Gesetzeoutdated lawsveraltete Methodenoutdated methods
Pro Tip
Usage in Technology
'Veraltet' is frequently used to describe software, hardware, or systems that are no longer supported or efficient.
Word Origin
Derived from the verb 'veralten' (to become old or outdated), which comes from 'alt' (old).
Usage Notes
Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to describe things that are no longer useful or relevant.
Word Breakdown
ver-
to make or become
prefixalt
old
root-et
past participle suffix
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