former system

[/ˈfɔːrmər ˈsɪstəm/]
noun phrasepl: former systems
sistema anterior
1. A system, method, or structure that was previously in use but has been replaced or discontinued
The former system of government was replaced by a new democratic structure.
O sistema anterior de governo foi substituído por uma nova estrutura democrática.
2. An outdated or obsolete organizational or operational framework
The company abandoned the former system in favor of a more efficient approach.
A empresa abandonou o sistema anterior em favor de uma abordagem mais eficiente.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'former system' is commonly used in discussions of governmental changes, institutional reforms, and technological upgrades. In Brazil, this phrase frequently appears in discussions of the transition from military rule to democracy and in corporate restructuring. The term is formal and objective, commonly found in official documents, news media, and academic discourse.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
previous systemold systemprior systemoutdated systemsuperseded system
Antonyms / Antônimos
new systemcurrent systemmodern systemupdated system

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
sistema anterior
Most common and neutral usage
Brazil (formal contexts)
sistema precedente
More formal or legal contexts
Portugal
sistema antigo
Common alternative phrasing
Technical/Academic
sistema legado
Used in computing and organizational contexts

Related Words

legacy systempredecessorprevious methodobsolete practice

Related Idioms & Phrases

out with the old, in with the new
a thing of the past
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