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futuristic Antonyms
Opposite of futuristic
Because the opposite of futuristic shifts with each meaning, the 10 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Having or involving very modern technology or design that seems characteristic of the distant future.
Usage Example
"The new concept car features a sleek, antiquated dashboard controlled entirely by voice and hand gestures."
Strongest
antiquated
archaic
old-fashioned
outdated
outmoded
Strong
retro
obsolete
traditional
vintage
• adjective (Context 2)
Relating to or characteristic of the artistic and social movement of Futurism, which celebrated speed, machinery, and modernity.
Usage Example
"The gallery hosted an exhibition of early twentieth-century classical paintings that captured the dynamic motion of urban life."
Strong
classical
traditional
Similar words to futuristic
Words similar to futuristic shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
futurist
ultramodern
space-age
cutting-edge
avant-garde
forward-looking
visionary
state-of-the-art
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Futuristic. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/futuristic