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deprecated

deprecated

7.1
Not recommended for use and likely to be removed
  • adjective
  • /ˈdɛprɪkeɪtɪd/
translation icon : obsoleto
  • This software feature is deprecated and will be removed in the next update.

Examples

  • Using deprecated methods can cause compatibility issues in your code.

  • The manual warns that the command is deprecated and should be avoided.

  • This method is deprecated.

  • The old software version is deprecated.

  • This software feature is deprecated and will be removed in the next update.

  • Using deprecated methods can cause compatibility issues in your code.

  • The manual warns that the command is deprecated and should be avoided.

Synonyms

obsolete
vsdeprecated
93 5.8

No longer used or made because something newer replaces it

is still used sometimes but officially discouraged and may be removed
outdated
vsdeprecated
78 5.0

No longer useful or fashionable because it is old

is actively discouraged and may be replaced in future
out-of-date
vsdeprecated
34 4.4

No longer current or in use

is discouraged now and likely to be removed later
unadvisable
vsdeprecated
1 6.3

Not a good idea because it may cause harm or trouble

is officially discouraged and expected to be removed
outworn
vsdeprecated
7.1

Old and no longer useful or accepted today

is warned against now and likely removed later

Antonyms

People can suggest it to others because it is good

approved
  • Formal
1.5

Officially accepted by a person or group in charge

How Supported

supported
2.0
deprecated
7.1
obsolete
93 5.8
removed
5.3

Surface Forms

deprecated positive

Morphology

deprecated = deprecate (semi-transparent) = deprecate + ed

Formed from the verb 'deprecate' + -ed; the technical sense 'no longer recommended' is a specialized development from 'express disapproval' and may not be obvious to all learners.

Etymology

Deprecated comes from Latin parts de- 'away' and precari 'to pray', where people once used it to mean 'ask that something be removed'. So a deprecated feature is something people want to take away, which is why it is not recommended.