Synonyms of disuse
8 similar words
Another word for disuse is obsolescence. Other synonyms of disuse are superannuation, desuetude, obsoleteness, unuse and disusage.
Synonyms and similar words for disuse
nounThe state of not being used; neglect.
- desuetudeThe state when something (for example, a custom or a law) is no longer observed nor practised; disuse, obsolescence.
- obsoletenessThe quality or state of being obsolete or no longer in use.
- unuseDisuse.
- disusageGradual cessation of custom or use; disuse.
- obsolescenceThe state of being obsolete—no longer in use; gone into disuse; disused or neglected.
- obsoletionObsolescence.
- superannuationThe condition or of being superannuated; old age or obsolescence.
- inusitation archaicLack of use; disuse.
Meaning of disuse
- noun The state of not being used; neglect.
- verb To cease the use of.
- verb To disaccustom.
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Questions about synonyms of disuse
- What is another word for disuse?
- Disuse has 8 synonyms on Word.ws, such as obsolescence, superannuation, desuetude, obsoleteness, unuse, disusage and obsoletion.
- What does disuse mean?
- Disuse means the state of not being used; neglect.
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