state-of-the-art

Thân thiện

The laboratory uses state-of-the-art equipment for its research.

Definition

Adjective: * The highest level of development at a particular time (especially the present time): Describes something that incorporates the most advanced and up-to-date ideas, features, or technology available.

Usage

The adjective "state-of-the-art" is used to modify a noun, indicating that the noun represents the most current and sophisticated standard. It is almost always hyphenated. It is commonly used in contexts related to technology, equipment, design, research, and methods.

Examples

• The laboratory is equipped with state-of-the-art instruments for genetic research.
• The company prides itself on using state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques.
• This smartphone features a state-of-the-art camera system.
• The hospital has a state-of-the-art surgical wing.

Advanced Usage

• The term can sometimes be used ironically or critically to imply that something is marketed as being advanced but may not be significantly better than older versions.
  • The new model is advertised as state-of-the-art, but it has the same core problems as the last one.

Variants and Related Words

• State of the art (Noun Phrase): The highest level of development achieved in a particular field or technology at a given time.
  • This research paper discusses the current state of the art in artificial intelligence.

Synonyms

• Cutting-edge
• Advanced
• Latest
• Up-to-date
• Innovative

Antonyms

• Outdated
• Obsolete
• Antiquated
• Old-fashioned

Related Idioms/Phrases

• At the cutting edge: Functionally very similar to "state-of-the-art," emphasizing being at the forefront of development.
  • Their work is at the cutting edge of renewable energy.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. the highest level of development at a particular time (especially the present time)
   • state-of-the-art technology