deprecations
Expressions of disapproval
Deprecations are expressions of disapproval or criticism, often formal ones.
In software development, deprecations are notices that a feature or function will be removed in future versions and should no longer be used: The changelog listed several deprecations affecting our codebase.
The word carries a sense of official discouragement rather than outright prohibition.
No longer in use
- antiquatedOld and outdated
- obsoleteNo longer in use
- archaicBelonging to earlier times
- legacyWhat's passed down
superseded · end-of-life · discontinued · unsupported · old-fashioned · dated · out-of-date · superannuated
Unfavorable opinion expressed
- condemnationSevere disapproval expressed formally
- disparagementCriticism meant to diminish
- belittlementVerbal diminishing of worth
- denigrationUnjust attack on reputation
dismissal · denouncement · devaluation · censure · derision · scorn · disdain · rejection
Planned gradual discontinuation
- discontinuationFormal ending of something
- withdrawalAct of taking away
- eliminationAct of removing entirely
- terminationAct of ending something
phase-out · retirement · cessation · decommissioning · abolishment · disuse · expiration · shutdown
Advance notices of danger
- APIsSoftware communication protocols
- methodsWays to accomplish something
- functionsWorks or serves purposes
- librariesPublic book lending institutions
codebase · refactoring · migration · versioning · changelog · documentation · compatibility · updates
outdated
No longer in use
- antiquatedOld and outdated
- obsoleteNo longer in use
- archaicBelonging to earlier times
legacy · superseded · end-of-life · discontinued · unsupported · old-fashioned · dated · out-of-date · superannuated · relic
disapproval
Unfavorable opinion expressed
- condemnationSevere disapproval expressed formally
- disparagementCriticism meant to diminish
- belittlementVerbal diminishing of worth
denigration · dismissal · denouncement · devaluation · censure · derision · scorn · disdain · rejection · reproach
sunsetting
Planned gradual discontinuation
- discontinuationFormal ending of something
- withdrawalAct of taking away
- eliminationAct of removing entirely
termination · phase-out · retirement · cessation · decommissioning · abolishment · disuse · expiration · shutdown · wind-down
warnings
Advance notices of danger
- APIsSoftware communication protocols
- methodsWays to accomplish something
- functionsWorks or serves purposes
libraries · codebase · refactoring · migration · versioning · changelog · documentation · compatibility · updates · syntax
deprecationspraises
Verbally commends
commendations · endorsements · praise · approvals · accolades
deprecationsappreciations
Expressions of gratitude
glorifications · exaltations · celebrations · honors · venerations