archaic
/ɑː.ˈkeɪ.ɪk/
Group 7Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Very old or old-fashioned; belonging to an earlier period GRE
Example in Context
The country's archaic electoral laws, drafted in an era before mass communication, are ill-suited to the realities of modern democracy.
Synonyms
ancientoutdatedold
Etymology
Referring to something very old or outdated.
- archaios (Greek) — ancient
Memory Aid
🛶Sounds like “are Kayak”
In the museum, I saw an ARCHAIC kayak that looked like it survived the ICE AGE!
Visual Association
🏺An ancient pot sitting in a dusty corner of a museum, surrounded by cobwebs and relics.
Semantic Clusters
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “archaic” mean on the GRE?
archaic (adjective) means “Very old or old-fashioned; belonging to an earlier period”. The country's archaic electoral laws, drafted in an era before mass communication, are ill-suited to the realities of modern democracy.
How to remember “archaic” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “archaic” sounds like “are Kayak”. In the museum, I saw an ARCHAIC kayak that looked like it survived the ICE AGE!
What are synonyms for “archaic”?
Common synonyms: ancient, outdated, old.