RETRO Synonyms: 87 Similar and Opposite Words

retro

adjective

ˈre-(ˌ)trō

Definition of retro

as in vintage

pleasantly reminiscent of an earlier time retro fashions that seek to capture the lost glamour of Hollywood in the 1930s

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Recent Examples of retro As of May 2026, 155 Pizza Hut restaurants have been redesigned with retro elements from the chain’s dine-in era, according to Yum! — Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 Aug. 2026 According to Pizza Hut, Texas has the most retro locations with 28. — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 18 Aug. 2026 Most notably, the retro basketball model received a remastered Air Force 1 ’01 build which sought to replicate the look and feel of the sneaker’s 2001 build, a version beloved by purists. — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 16 Aug. 2026 From Kylie Jenner’s retro bustier bikini to Sharon Stone’s bold red carpet accessories, leopard print is certainly having its moment. — Alyssa Rotunno, InStyle, 16 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for retro

Recent Examples of Synonyms for retro

Adjective

The Soft Symmetry is crafted in both a smooth calf leather, with a gleaming gold lock closure, and a vintage leather, with accompanying matte silver hardware that gives it an intentionally patinaed look and slouchy feel.

— Talia Abbas, Vogue, 17 Aug. 2026
The rooms are furnished with just the right amount of country Western kitsch, complete with a wood-burning fireplace, Pendleton blankets, and vintage paintings.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of vintage

Adjective

The 1950s coffee table is topped with an antique metal Korean grain smasher.

— Hannah Martin, Architectural Digest, 14 Aug. 2026
Sumptuously furnished with vintage and antique decor, the rooms make a statement through bold colors, custom kimono bathrobes, and handmade Hästens beds.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Aug. 2026