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
subtletythe quality or state of being subtle
couriermessenger
gawka clumsy stupid person : lout
withholdto hold back from action : check
euphoriaa feeling of well-being or elation
conceitfavorable opinion
nauseouscausing nausea or disgust : nauseating
desiccateto dry up
reprimanda severe or formal reproof
incontrovertiblenot open to question : indisputable