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
zeniththe point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the nadir and vertically above the observer see azimuth illustration
cameoa gem carved in relief (see relief
ficklemarked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness
castigationto subject to severe punishment, reproof, or criticism
incandescentwhite, glowing, or luminous with intense heat
inviolablesecure from violation or profanation
imperceptiblenot perceptible by a sense or by the mind : extremely slight, gradual, or subtle
tentativenot fully worked out or developed
disheartento cause to lose hope, enthusiasm, or courage : to cause to lose spirit or morale
farcestuff