Adjectives of Time and Place - Adjectives of Modernity

These adjectives describe attributes and characteristics that are associated with modern or ancient times.

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primitive [adjective]

basic and simple, lacking modern features or advancements

Ex: Her primitive shelter , constructed from branches and leaves , provided basic protection from the elements .

old-fashioned [adjective]

no longer used, supported, etc. by the general public, typically belonging to an earlier period in history

Ex: Her grandmother 's old-fashioned dress , with its high collar and lace trim , reflected a bygone era of fashion .

outdated [adjective]

no longer matching the current trends or standards because of being too old

Ex: Teachers are encouraged to avoid outdated teaching methods that do n’t engage modern students .

retro [adjective]

resembling or imitating styles, fashions, or designs from the past, especially from the mid-20th century

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quaint [adjective]

having an old-fashioned charm or appeal

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old school [phrase]

adhering to traditional values, methods, or styles

Ex: His taste in music is decidedly old school , with a love for classic rock and jazz .

traditional [adjective]

belonging to or following the methods or thoughts that are old as opposed to new or different ones

Ex: She decorated her living room in a traditional style , with classic wooden furniture and antique lamps .

obsolete [adjective]

outdated and gone out of style, often replaced by more current trends or advancements

Ex: Some traditional farming methods are considered obsolete with the advent of modern technology .

classic [adjective]

simple, traditional, and appealing, with a timeless quality that stays in fashion regardless of trends

Ex: His classic leather watch never goes out of style .

classical [adjective]

following a long-established, highly regarded, and standard form, style, or set of ideas

Ex: The architecture reflects classical principles , with a focus on proportion and harmony .

vintage [adjective]

(of things) old but highly valued for the quality, excellent condition, or timeless design

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medieval [adjective]

so outdated or old-fashioned that it feels primitive or backward

Ex: His medieval attitudes towards diversity and inclusion were criticized for being narrow-minded and discriminatory .

archaic [adjective]

dating back to the ancient past

Ex: The archaic weaponry , such as spears and shields , was used by warriors in ancient battles .

antiquated [adjective]

no longer useful, accepted, or relevant to modern times

Ex: His antiquated views on gender roles were no longer relevant in today 's society .

modern [adjective]

(of a style in architecture, music, art, etc.) recently formed and different from traditional styles and forms

Ex: The modern music genre of electronic dance music ( EDM ) incorporates synthesized beats and digital effects , departing from traditional instruments and melodies .

advanced [adjective]

newly developed and incorporating new, modern methods or technology

Ex: Scientists developed advanced methods for tracking climate change indicators .

cutting-edge [adjective]

having the latest and most advanced features or design

Ex: The cutting-edge virtual reality headset offers immersive gaming experiences and realistic simulations .

futuristic [adjective]

having extremely modern, innovative technology or design, often resembling what might be expected in the future

Ex: The futuristic smart home featured voice-activated controls , automated appliances , and biometric security systems .

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