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 |
|---|---|
| sequester | to set apart : segregate |
| sordid | marked by baseness or grossness : vile |
| hibernate | to pass the winter in a torpid or resting state |
| voluptuous | suggesting sensual pleasure by fullness and beauty of form |
| chafe | irritate |
| heedless | not taking heed : inconsiderate |
| premeditate | to think about and revolve in the mind beforehand |
| nubile | of marriageable condition or age |
| undertaker | one who undertakes : one who takes the risk and management of business : entrepreneur |
| grotto | cave |