GRE Word List

ARCHAIC

having the characteristics of the language of the past and surviving chiefly in specialized uses

The meaning of the word archaic is having the characteristics of the language of the past and surviving chiefly in specialized uses.

Random words

WordMeaning
destitutelacking something needed or desirable
catalysta substance that enables a chemical reaction to proceed at a usually faster rate or under different conditions (as at a lower temperature) than otherwise possible
dignitaryone who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor
adversaryone that contends with, opposes, or resists : an enemy or opponent
effusionan act of effusing
mnemonicassisting or intended to assist memory
filchto steal secretly or casually
remediablecapable of being remedied
reverendworthy of reverence : revered
loga usually bulky piece or length of a cut or fallen tree