desuete

/ˌdɛs.juːˈɛt.daɪ, -tuːd/; /ˌdɛs.yuːˈɛt.daɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

disuse or state of being no longer in use or practice

“The library’s collection of ancient tomes fell into desuetude as newer materials took precedence.”

Synonyms

  • disuse
  • obsolescence

Antonyms

  • adoption
  • practice