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 |
|---|---|
| callus | a thickening of or a hard thickened area on skin or bark |
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| sow | an adult female swine |
| emetic | an agent that induces vomiting |
| vilify | to utter slanderous and abusive statements against : defame |
| sidetrack | siding |
| subaltern | particular with reference to a related universal proposition |
| colossus | a statue of gigantic size and proportions |
| nimble | quick and light in motion : agile |
| debase | to lower in status, esteem, quality, or character |