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update Synonyms

Another word for update

Choosing another word for update depends on context, so the 24 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

An act of bringing something up to date, or a report containing the most recent information about a situation.

Usage Example

"The project manager sent a weekly status report to keep the team informed of our progress."

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status report
Strong
briefing
bulletin
report
dispatch
summary

• noun (Context 2)

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 upgrade before restarting your computer."

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upgrade
Strong
patch
revision
release

• verb (Context 3)

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

Usage Example

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

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modernize
upgrade
revise
Strong
refresh
revamp
amend
overhaul
renovate

• verb (Context 4)

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

Usage Example

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

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brief
fill in
inform
Strong
notify
apprise
advise
enlighten

Opposites of update

The opposite of update shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

downgrade
rollback
antiquate
misinform
mislead
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Update. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/update
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