Dated and Timeless

Dated

Dated adjective - Having passed its time of use or usefulness.

Timeless is an antonym for dated.

Nearby Words: date, datable

Timeless

Timeless adjective - Having an existence or validity that does not change or diminish.
Usage example: views the church's message and mission as timeless and not subject to the whim of the people

Dated is an antonym for timeless.

Both words in one sentence

  • Disney / Oliver & Company This does make the film seem very dated, which is likely one of the reasons why Disney (who's known for making timeless films) did not release this film on video until after its 1996 reissue.
  • Fashion Dissonance However due to the high turnover of fashion trends, in a few years time, the "fashionable" look can quickly become dated and tacky, while the original "dull" look can look more simple and timeless.
  • Whilst the The Beatles' original Sergeant Pepper's album (1967) is viewed today as a timeless classic, the many imitators that were rushed out by other record companies to cash in on its success have dated badly.
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