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surpassed methods

[sərˈpæst ˈmeθədz]
noun phrasepl: surpassed methods
métodos superados
1. Methods or techniques that have been exceeded in effectiveness, efficiency, or quality by newer or better approaches
The old surpassed methods have been replaced by more efficient technologies.
Os métodos superados foram substituídos por tecnologias mais eficientes.
2. Outdated or obsolete procedures that no longer meet current standards
Many surpassed methods in manufacturing are now considered inefficient.
Muitos métodos superados na fabricação agora são considerados ineficientes.
Synonyms
outdated methodsobsolete methodsoutmoded techniquessuperseded approachesdeprecated procedures
Antonyms
advanced methodscurrent methodsmodern techniquescutting-edge approachesinnovative procedures

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
métodos ultrapassados
Common in technical and business contexts
Portugal
métodos superados
Formal and technical usage
São Paulo
métodos obsoletos
Used in industrial and technological discussions

Related Idioms & Phrases

a thing of the past
yesterday's news
back to the drawing board
old hat
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