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
virtualbeing such in essence or effect though not formally recognized or admitted
wantonmerciless
chasma deep cleft in the surface of a planet (such as the earth) : gorge
brookcreek
confiscateappropriated by the government : forfeited
historicalof, relating to, or having the character of history
demurto take exception : object
degradationthe act or process of degrading
unctuoushaving, revealing, or marked by a smug, ingratiating, and false earnestness or spirituality
delusivelikely to delude