passer

[pas-er, pah-ser] / ˈpæs ər, ˈpɑ sər /

ADJECTIVE

old-fashioned

Synonyms

STRONGEST

corny obsolete odd outdated outmoded unfashionable

WEAK

ancient antiquated antique archaic behind the times bygone dated dead demoded disapproved dowdy démodé extinct fusty grown old moldy musty neglected not current not modern not with it obsolescent of old of olden days of the old school old old-fangled old-hat old-time olden oldfangled out out of it out of style out-of-date out-of-style outworn passé past primitive rococo superannuated unstylish vintage

Antonyms

STRONGEST

current modern new up-to-date

Example Sentences

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Constantly under duress from a pass rush that met little resistance from his offensive line, Iamaleava was his team’s leading passer and rusher despite being sacked 27 times.

From Los Angeles Times

And in College Station, Texas, Miami intercepted Texas A&M passer Marcel Reed with less than a minute remaining, to short-circuit what looked like a game-tying touchdown drive.

From The Wall Street Journal

It avoided a potential nightmare scenario for quarterback Trinidad Chambliss, a Division II transfer who broke out as one of the most prolific passers in the SEC with Kiffin and Weis calling the plays.

From The Wall Street Journal

Some prognosticators viewed Maiava as one of the better potential quarterback prospects in a draft especially thin on passers.

From Los Angeles Times

Even if that schedule proves possible, it could take additional time for him to return to full strength—which is especially important for a passer who thrives on making plays with his legs.

From The Wall Street Journal