up-to-date
ˌup-to-ˈdate
adjective
1. including all the latest information
OPP out-of-date
up-to-date information/data/figures/news etc
They have access to up-to-date information through a computer database.
keep/bring somebody up-to-date (=to give someone all the newest information about something)
Our magazine will keep you up-to-date with fashion.
2. modern or fashionable
OPP out-of-date
up-to-date equipment/facilities/technology etc
up-to-date kitchen equipment
keep/bring something up-to-date (=to make something more modern)
The old system should be brought up-to-date.
▪ modern something that is modern uses the most recent designs or methods: The house looks very modern. | the city’s modern public transportation system
▪the latest [only before noun] the newest that is available: The camera uses the latest digital technology. | the very latest mobile phones | the latest news
▪up-to-date using the most modern technology, ideas, information etc: The hospital has the most up-to-date equipment in the country.
▪newfangled [only before noun] informal modern – used when you disapprove of something and do not think it as good as the things that existed before: He doesn’t believe in these new-fangled gadgets.
▪high-tech, hi-tech using very advanced technology, especially electronic equipment and computers: Modern tractors are full of high-tech equipment, including GPS systems. | It’s all very hi-tech.
▪state-of-the-art using the newest and most advanced features, ideas, and materials that are available: state-of-the-art technology | a state-of-the-art home entertainment system | The brand new arts centre is state-of-the-art.
ˌup-to-ˈdate
adjective1. including all the latest information
OPP out-of-date
up-to-date information/data/figures/news etc
keep/bring somebody up-to-date (=to give someone all the newest information about something)
2. modern or fashionable
OPP out-of-date
up-to-date equipment/facilities/technology etc
keep/bring something up-to-date (=to make something more modern)
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