Another word for old
AdjectiveExisting or remaining in the same state for an indefinitely long time
Far along in life or time
Belonging to, existing, or occurring in times long past
Having been such previously
Of a style or method formerly in vogue
Skilled or knowledgeable through long practice
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Another word for old
ModifierNo longer vigorous
Worn
Ancient
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- Obsolete is applied to that which has fallen into disuse, is out-of-date, or has been superseded obsolete weapons
- Archaic applies to something marked by the characteristics of an earlier period thou is an archaic form of you
- Antiquated is used to describe that which has become old-fashioned or outdated antiquated notions of decorum
- Antique is applied to that which dates from ancient times, or, more commonly, from a former period antique furniture
- Ancient implies reference to the remote past, often specif. the time of the early history of the world before the end of the Roman Empire (!a.d. 476) ancient history
- Old implies having been in existence or use for a relatively long time an old civilization, old shoes
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