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 |
|---|---|
| decrepitude | the quality or state of being decrepit |
| ephemeral | lasting a very short time |
| braggart | a loud arrogant boaster |
| clangor | a resounding clang or medley of clangs |
| gory | covered with gore : bloodstained |
| gnome | maxim |
| hortatory | hortative |
| sumptuous | extremely costly, rich, luxurious, or magnificent |
| parquet | to furnish with a floor of parquet |
| coiffure | a style or manner of arranging the hair |