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
incrementthe amount or degree by which something changes
appurtenancesaccessory objects
negligibleso small or unimportant or of so little consequence as to warrant little or no attention : trifling
escapadea usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct
fervidvery hot : burning
dubiousunsettled in opinion : doubtful
snubto check or stop with a cutting retort : rebuke
placateto soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease
crochetneedlework consisting of the interlocking of looped stitches formed with a single thread and a hooked needle
integralessential to completeness : constituent