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
crassgross
insidioushaving a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle
checkeredmarked by alternating squares of different colors, shades, or materials
verbosecontaining more words than necessary : wordy
pana usually broad, shallow, and open container for domestic use (as for cooking)
pluckto pull or pick off or out
asymmetrichaving two sides or halves that are not the same : not symmetrical
propulsivetending or having power to propel
goadto incite or rouse as if with a goad (see goad
windfallsomething (such as a tree or fruit) blown down by the wind