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angestaubt

dusty, slightly stuffy or old-fashioned

adjective AHN-ge-shtowbt Rare
Descriptions & Qualities Conditions

Usage Note

angestaubt literally means lightly covered with dust. Figuratively it describes ideas, institutions, or styles that feel dated and in need of fresh thinking — ein angestaubtes Image. It is softer than altmodisch (old-fashioned), suggesting potential for renewal.

Examples

"Das angestaubte Parteiimage schreckte jüngere Wähler ab."

Natural Translation

The dusty party image put off younger voters.

Literal Translation

The dusty party-image deterred younger voters.

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