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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| unruly | not readily ruled, disciplined, or managed |
| irascible | marked by hot temper and easily provoked anger |
| healthy | enjoying good health |
| imperative | not to be avoided or evaded : necessary |
| annotate | to make or furnish critical or explanatory notes or comment |
| insouciant | lighthearted unconcern : nonchalance |
| susceptible | capable of submitting to an action, process, or operation |
| mash | to reduce to a soft pulpy state by beating or pressure |
| blase | apathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary |
| perspicacious | of acute mental vision or discernment : keen |