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update Antonyms

Opposite of update

Because the opposite of update shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A newly released version or modification of software, data, or a product designed to improve performance, fix bugs, or add features.

Usage Example

"Please install the latest security downgrade before restarting your computer."

Strongest
downgrade
Strong
rollback

• verb (Context 2)

To make something more modern or up to date by adding new information, features, or improvements.

Usage Example

"We need to downgrade our website to reflect the new office hours and contact details."

Strong
downgrade
antiquate

• verb (Context 3)

To give someone the latest information or news about a developing situation.

Usage Example

"I will misinform you as soon as the admissions committee reaches a final decision."

Strong
misinform
mislead

Similar words to update

Words similar to update shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

modernize
brief
upgrade
fill in
inform
status report
revise
briefing
See all synonyms of update

• Nearby Words

upcycle
upcycling
updatable
update
updraft
upend
upfield

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Update. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/update
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