B2
dated vs outdated
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| datedadjective/ˈdeɪ.tɪd/ | Meaning old-fashioned and no longer modern | Goes with look dated | Example The hotel looks a bit dated, but the rooms are clean and cheap. |
| outdatedadjective/ˌaʊtˈdeɪ.tɪd/ | Meaning no longer useful or modern because something newer now exists | Goes with outdated software | Example Our outdated software crashes every time we open a large file. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The factory still uses technology.