anachronistic
adjectiveBelonging to another time or out of place in its present period.
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Clear all filtersBelonging to another time or out of place in its present period.
Inconsistent with what is usual or expected.
Out of keeping with the surrounding context or lacking harmony.
Inappropriate to a person's role, character, or expected standards of conduct.
Inappropriate to expected conduct
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Inappropriate or improper in a particular setting.
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