Meaning
old-fashioned, outdated
- no longer in style, modern use, or fashion; out of date
- holding backward or obsolete ideas
In a sentence
Questo computer usa un sistema operativo antiquato.
This computer uses an outdated operating system.
Non credi che quella mentalità sia ormai antiquata?
Don't you think that mentality is outdated by now?
Non voglio comprare mobili antiquati per la casa nuova.
I don't want to buy old-fashioned furniture for the new house.
Word forms (4)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| antiquato | masculine · singular |
| antiquata | feminine · singular |
| antiquati | masculine · plural |
| antiquate | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Often carries a slightly negative nuance, unlike 'antico' which can simply mean ancient or historic.