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 |
|---|---|
| sustain | to give support or relief to |
| dilettante | a person having a superficial interest in an art or a branch of knowledge : dabbler |
| controvert | to dispute or oppose by reasoning |
| fusillade | a number of shots fired simultaneously or in rapid succession |
| violate | break |
| propitiate | to gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease |
| paean | a joyous song or hymn of praise, tribute, thanksgiving, or triumph |
| galaxy | milky way galaxy |
| reconnaissance | a preliminary survey to gain information |
| perverse | turned away from what is right or good : corrupt |