Definition of OBSOLESCENCE

obsolescence

Meanings

Plural: obsolescences

Noun

  • the process of becoming obsolete; falling into disuse or becoming out of date
    • "a policy of planned obsolescence"
  • The state of being obsolete—no longer in use; gone into disuse; disused or neglected.
  • The process of becoming obsolete, outmoded or out of date.

Origin / Etymology

From Latin obsolēscēns past participle of obsolēscere.

Scrabble Score: 18

obsolescence is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
obsolescence is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
obsolescence is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 23

obsolescence is a valid Words With Friends word