Deprecated

Pronunciation: /ˈdɛprəˌkeɪtəd/

Deprecated (adjective)

  1. Not advised to use anymore because there is a better option.
  2. Considered old-fashioned or not approved for use.

Examples

  • Using this method is deprecated due to security issues.
  • The deprecated feature should be replaced with a newer alternative.

Common collocations: deprecated method, deprecated feature, deprecated technology, deprecated practices

Synonyms of Deprecated

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Deprecated

  • when something is officially accepted
  • when something is publicly supported