Update
/ʌpˈdeɪt/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo bring something up to date by adding new information or making it more modern.
/ʌpˈdeɪt/
To make something more modern or to add new information
Please update your resume to reflect your recent experience.
💡 Simply: Imagine your favorite game has new levels! Updating is like getting those new levels and adding them to the game, so it's better and newer. For example, you update your phone to get new features.
👶 For kids: To make something new or better by adding or changing things.
More Examples
The company is updating its website to improve user experience.
I need to update my contact list.
How It's Used
"I need to update my software."
"The news channel will update you on the latest developments."
A newer or improved version of something, or the act of providing the most recent information.
/ʌpˈdeɪt/
A recent version or new information
I received an update on the project's progress.
💡 Simply: It's like when you tell your friend the latest gossip or you get a new version of your favorite app. It's the new stuff!
👶 For kids: When you tell someone the newest news or get a new version of something.
More Examples
The software update included several new features.
Check the website for the latest updates on the weather.
How It's Used
"The latest software update fixed several bugs."
"We'll provide updates on the situation as they become available."
Synonyms
Modernize
Refresh
Renew
Revise
Information
News
Report
Revision
Idioms & expressions
keep someone updated
To provide someone with the latest information on a particular topic or situation.
"Could you keep me updated on the progress of the project?"
From Middle English updaten, from up + date (in the sense of 'to bring up to the current time').
Originally used in the context of bringing financial ledgers up to date, it quickly expanded to other domains.
Memory tip
Think of updating your phone; you're making it current.