GRE Word List

ANTIQUE

existing since or belonging to earlier times : ancient

The meaning of the word antique is existing since or belonging to earlier times : ancient.

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WordMeaning
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barda tribal poet-singer skilled in composing and reciting verses on heroes and their deeds
mentora friend of Odysseus entrusted with the education of Odysseus' son Telemachus
gauntexcessively thin and angular
headstrongnot easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions
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preemptto acquire (something, such as land) by preemption
offhandwithout premeditation or preparation : extempore