updated
/ʌpˈdeɪtɪd/ (US) · /ʌpˈdeɪtɪd/ (UK) · /ˈʌp.deɪt/ (US) · /ˈʌp.deɪt/ (UK)
updated — verb
- updatebase form
- updatesthird-person singular
- updatingpresent participle
- updatedpast tense
- updatedpast participle
- updateds3rd person singular
- updateding-ing form
- updatededpast simple
1. to change something by adding the newest information or making it look more curr
to change something by adding the newest information or making it look more current, so it works better for today's use.
The school updated its computer lab with new machines last summer.
passive alternative: the lab was updated
Ava updated her kitchen by replacing the old cabinets and countertops.
The company plans to update its website with a fresh design and faster loading times.
Camille updated her address book after so many friends had moved to new homes.
The library updated its catalog system so members can search for books online.
- neglect
failure to maintain or keep current
文法句型
update + object (the thing being modernized)
用法筆記
The direct object is typically a system, document, tool, place, or piece of equipment — not a person. The person sense is covered by the INFORM sense below.
常見錯誤
2. to tell someone the latest news or details about something that has happened or
to tell someone the latest news or details about something that has happened or changed.
The nurse called to update the family about the patient's condition after surgery.
update + person + about + topic
Gabriel updated his manager on the project's progress during the morning meeting.
update + person + on + topic
Tariq sent an email to update all team members about the changed deadline for the report.
The news channel updates its viewers every hour with the latest traffic reports from around the city.
文法句型
update + person + on/about + topic
用法筆記
When the receiver of information is a person, the topic follows a preposition (on or about). The 'on' variant is slightly more common in professional contexts.
常見錯誤
updated — noun
- updatedsingular
- updatesingular
- updatesplural
1. the process or action of changing something to make it more modern or to include
the process or action of changing something to make it more modern or to include the latest information.
The update of the hospital's record system took the IT team several months to complete.
the update of + object (the thing being updated)
Nadia handled the update of all employee profiles in the company database before the new policy took effect.
Regular update of your antivirus software helps keep your computer safe from new threats.
The update of the city's public transport map was long overdue according to local commuters.
- revision
suggests careful correction and improvement of written or documented material
- modernization
emphasizes bringing something up to current standards or styles
- neglect
the state of not being maintained or kept current
文法句型
the update of + object
2. the most recent information about a situation, event, or subject that tells you
the most recent information about a situation, event, or subject that tells you what has changed since the last report.
The morning news gives a brief update on the key events happening around the world today.
collocation: give an update on
Lucía called her mother for an update on how the family reunion went last weekend.
collocation: for an update on
The coach provided a quick update on the injured player's recovery progress before the match.
Asher checked the stock market update before deciding which shares to buy or sell.
文法句型
an update on + topic
give someone an update
用法筆記
Often used in the fixed phrase 'give someone an update on something'. The topic is typically introduced by the preposition 'on' or 'about'.
常見錯誤
3. a new version of a product, document, piece of software, or publication that con
a new version of a product, document, piece of software, or publication that contains the most recent changes, improvements, or additions.
The latest update of the editing software includes several new tools for video creators.
collocation: latest update of
Jude downloaded the update to his phone's operating system and noticed a smoother performance right away.
update to + product
The school issued an update to the student handbook with new rules about using mobile phones in class.
Evelyn bought the newest update of the travel guide before her trip to Japan this spring.
文法句型
an update to + product/software
the latest update
用法筆記
Common in technology contexts for software releases, but also used for revised documents, guides, or official publications.