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.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sonic | utilizing, produced by, or relating to sound waves |
| aberration | the fact or an instance of deviating or being aberrant especially from a moral standard or normal state |
| sylvan | one that frequents groves or woods |
| gainsay | to declare to be untrue or invalid |
| gargantuan | tremendous in size, volume, or degree : gigantic |
| odyssey | a long wandering or voyage usually marked by many changes of fortune |
| catcall | a loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event) |
| penitent | feeling or expressing humble or regretful pain or sorrow for sins or offenses : repentant |
| pseudonym | a fictitious name |
| aegis | a shield or breastplate emblematic of majesty that was associated with Zeus and Athena |