Adjectives of Time and Place - Adjectives of Age of Objects

These adjectives describe the temporal longevity or vintage of objects, conveying attributes such as "ancient", "old", "fresh", "new", etc.

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new [adjective]

recently invented, made, etc.

Ex: I 'm excited to try out my new pair of running shoes .

latest [adjective]

occurred, created, or updated most recently in time

Ex: The scientist presented findings from their latest research project .

fresh [adjective]

new or different and not formerly known or done

Ex: The company introduced a fresh marketing campaign to attract customers .

brand-new [adjective]

having never been used or worn before

Ex: He wore a brand-new suit to the important job interview .

old [adjective]

(of a thing) having been used or existing for a long period of time

Ex: She visited an old castle and marveled at its medieval architecture .

ancient [adjective]

related or belonging to a period of history that is long gone

Ex: The artifacts displayed in the museum date back to ancient times .

longstanding [adjective]

having persisted or existed for a significant amount of time

Ex: This longstanding dispute between the two nations dates back centuries and shows no sign of resolution .

age-old [adjective]

having existed for a very long time

Ex: The artist used age-old techniques to create pottery reminiscent of ancient civilizations .

dated [adjective]

no longer fashionable or commonly used

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worn [adjective]

frayed, damaged, or deteriorated due to prolonged use or wear

Ex: The furniture in the living room looked worn , with scratches and dents from years of use .

shabby [adjective]

worn-out or in poor condition, often indicating a lack of care or upkeep in its appearance

Ex: She refused to wear the shabby sweater with holes and stains , preferring something more presentable .

weathered [adjective]

worn, eroded, or changed in appearance due to exposure to weather elements, such as wind, rain, or sun

Ex: The weathered paint on the old barn gave it a nostalgic appearance .

primordial [adjective]

belonging to the beginning of time

Ex: The primordial instincts of survival are deeply rooted in the human psyche .

all-new [adjective]

completely new and different in every way, with no parts or aspects carried over from previous versions

Ex: The fashion designer showcased an all-new collection at the prestigious fashion show .

time-worn [adjective]

used or existed for a long time, often showing signs of age or wear

Ex: Her time-worn violin had been passed down through generations of musicians in her family .

Adjectives of Time and Place
Adjectives of Time	Adjectives of Temporal Distance	Adjectives of Duration	Adjectives of Frequency
Adjectives of Continuity	Adjectives of Sequence	Adjectives of Age of Objects	Adjectives of Modernity
Adjectives of Location	Adjectives of Direction	Adjectives of Spatial Distance