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
impedeto interfere with or slow the progress of
cisternan artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater)
simianof, relating to, or resembling monkeys or apes
inroadan advance or penetration often at the expense of someone or something
abeyancea state of temporary inactivity : suspension
stereotypeto make a stereotype from
skiffany of various small boats
lucrativeproducing wealth : profitable
screecha high shrill piercing cry usually expressing pain or terror
wholesomepromoting health or well-being of mind or spirit