Meaning of the word superannuated in English
What does superannuated mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
superannuated
US /ˌsuː.pɚˈæn.ju.eɪ.t̬ɪd/
UK /ˌsuː.pərˈæn.ju.eɪ.tɪd/
Adjective
1.
obsolete or outdated due to age or new developments
Example:
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The factory was full of superannuated machinery that needed to be replaced.
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His ideas on education were considered superannuated by modern standards.
2.
retired or discharged from service with a pension due to age or infirmity
Example:
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The professor, now superannuated, spent his days writing memoirs.
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Many of the older employees were superannuated and replaced by younger staff.