Meaning of Update
In simple words: To make something new or better.
Update in a sentence
- Please update the software to the latest version.
- I will update you on the project status by the end of the day.
- You need to update the information in your profile.
- The team decided to update their strategy after reviewing the results.
- Make sure to update the schedule before the meeting starts.
How to use Update
Use 'update' when talking about changing information to reflect new details. It's appropriate in both personal and professional contexts, but avoid using it in overly casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
update + object
Memory hint
Think of 'up' as in making something better and 'date' as in the latest information.
Related words
Collocations with Update
- constantly
- continually
- continuously
- try to
- need to
- on
- to
- with
- constantly
- continually
- continuously
- try to
- need to
- on
- to
- with
Synonyms for Update
- bring up to date
Opposites of Update
- degrade
- downgrade
Common mistakes with Update
- Confusing 'update' with 'upgrade', which means to improve or enhance something.
- Using 'updating' as a noun, instead of 'update'.
- Omitting the object when saying 'I will update' — it should be clear what is being updated.
Update appears in
Update in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
تحديث
جعل شيء جديد أو أفضل.
- Bengaliবাংলা
আপডেট
নতুন বা উন্নত কিছু করা।
- GermanDeutsch
Aktualisieren
Etwas Neues oder Besseres machen.
- SpanishEspañol
Actualizar
Hacer algo nuevo o mejor.
- Persianفارسی
به روز رسانی کردن، آپدیت کردن
جدید یا بهتر کردن چیزی.
- FrenchFrançais
Mettre à jour
Rendre quelque chose nouveau ou meilleur.
- Hindiहिन्दी
अपडेट
किसी चीज़ को नया या बेहतर बनाना।
- ItalianItaliano
Aggiornare
Rendere qualcosa nuovo o migliore.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Atualizar
Tornar algo novo ou melhor.
- RussianРусский
Обновить
Сделать что-то новым или лучшим.
- Urduاردو
اپ ڈیٹ
کسی چیز کو نیا یا بہتر بنانا۔
- Chinese中文
更新
使某物变得新或更好。
More words like Update
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbleA2
having the skill, intelligence, opportunity, etc. needed to do something
- AbroadA2
In or to a country that is not one's own.
- AbsoluteB2
total and complete
- AbsolutelyB1
used to emphasize that something is completely true
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Frequently asked questions about Update
What does Update mean?
To make something new or better.
What is the definition of Update?
to make something more modern by adding new parts, etc.
How do you use Update in a sentence?
Please update the software to the latest version.
Can you give another example of Update?
I will update you on the project status by the end of the day.
What are synonyms for Update?
Common alternatives include bring up to date.
What is the opposite of Update?
Opposite meanings include degrade, downgrade.
What words go with Update?
It commonly pairs with constantly, continually, continuously, try to, need to, on, to, with, constantly, continually, continuously, try to, need to, on, to, with.
What are common mistakes when using Update?
Confusing 'update' with 'upgrade', which means to improve or enhance something. Using 'updating' as a noun, instead of 'update'. Omitting the object when saying 'I will update' — it should be clear what is being updated.
How do you pronounce Update?
US: /["/ˌʌpˈdeɪt/","/ˌʌpˈdeɪts/","/ˌʌpˈdeɪtɪd/","/ˌʌpˈdeɪtɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˌʌpˈdeɪt/","/ˌʌpˈdeɪts/","/ˌʌpˈdeɪtɪd/","/ˌʌpˈdeɪtɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Update?
Use 'update' when talking about changing information to reflect new details. It's appropriate in both personal and professional contexts, but avoid using it in overly casual conversations.
What CEFR level is Update?
"Update" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.

