This is the 1509th most frequent French word.
dépassé
Outdated; overwhelmed.
Here, 'dépassé' means outdated, referring to something no longer in modern use or popularity.
L'idée de communication par fax est dépassée aujourd'hui.
The idea of communication by fax is outdated today.
In this context, 'dépassé' conveys the sense of being overwhelmed or unable to handle the situation.
J'étais dépassé par la quantité de travail à accomplir.
I was overwhelmed by the amount of work to be done.
Here, 'dépassé' again means outdated, referring specifically to fashion or aesthetic trends.