Word of the Day: SUPERANNUATED
Antiquated, outdated, or unfashionable
superannuated (adj) - made obsolete through age or new developments; outmoded or old-fashioned [soo-per-an-yoo-ey-tid]
BREAKDOWN: SUPER- (beyond, over) + ANNU- (year) + -ATE (to make or do) + -ED (made)
superannuate means to retire or remove from service
“Persuade your fellow citizens it's a good idea and pass a law. That's what democracy is all about. It's not about nine superannuated judges who have been there too long, imposing these demands on society.” —Antonin Scalia
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