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 |
|---|---|
| hapless | having no luck : unfortunate |
| treasure | wealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded |
| rent | property (such as a house) rented or for rent |
| tension | inner striving, unrest, or imbalance often with physiological indication of emotion |
| egregious | conspicuous |
| stilted | pompous |
| pessimism | an inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome |
| legato | in a manner that is smooth and connected (as between successive tones) |
| trifling | lacking in significance or solid worth: such as |
| sage | one (such as a profound philosopher) distinguished for wisdom |