Passe

/pæs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a pass; a document giving permission to do something.

He showed his passe to the security guard to enter the club.

a way of expressing agreement or acceptance.

She gave her passe before the meeting could begin.

adjective

no longer fashionable or relevant; outdated.

The style of clothing is considered passe by the new generation.

over; past.

Her interest in that hobby is passe since she has moved on to new things.

Derived from French, meaning 'passed' or 'gone by'.

passe mode

A style or trend that is no longer popular.

passe way of thinking

An outdated perspective that is no longer relevant.

vintage

Something classic or from an earlier era, often appreciated for its quality.

retro

Relating to styles or fashions from the past.

Something that is no longer cool or hip.

That old phone model is so passe.

Refers to someone who is out of touch with current trends.

He seems a bit passe, still wearing those baggy jeans.