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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WordMeaning
inditemake up
dynamogenerator
pervasiveexisting in or spreading through every part of something
derivationthe formation of a word from another word or base (as by the addition of a usually noninflectional affix)
enlistto secure the support and aid of : employ in advancing an interest
contemptthe act of despising : the state of mind of one who despises : disdain
rusticateto go into or reside in the country : follow a rustic life
endearmenta word or an act (such as a caress) expressing affection
wastrelvagabond
carcinogenicproducing or tending to produce cancer