Archaic
Meaning: Very old or old-fashioned; no longer current.
Example
- The archaic language of the legal document confused many readers.
Practice question
Which choice best matches the meaning of “archaic”?
Answer: B) Very old or old-fashioned; no longer current.
“Archaic” means: Very old or old-fashioned; no longer current.
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