archaic
6 synonyms and 2 antonyms for archaic, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Old-fashioned or belonging to an earlier time; no longer in common use.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use archaic
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
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archaic law
archaic term
Etymology
From Greek arkhaikos, "old-fashioned", from arkhaios, "ancient", ultimately from arkhe, "beginning".
Full origin of archaic →Frequently asked questions
What does “archaic” mean?
The word “archaic” means old-fashioned or belonging to an earlier time; no longer in common use. In plain terms, belonging to an earlier period and seeming outdated now.
How do you pronounce “archaic”?
“Archaic” is pronounced ah-KAY-ihk (/ɑɹˈkeɪ.ɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “archaic” in a sentence?
Here is “archaic” used in a sentence: “The contract still used archaic legal language like "heretofore".”
What is another word for “archaic”?
Words with a similar meaning to “archaic” include dated, obsolete and old fashioned.
What part of speech is “archaic”?
“Archaic” is an adjective.
Where does the word “archaic” come from?
The word “archaic” comes from Greek. From Greek arkhaikos, "old-fashioned", from arkhaios, "ancient", ultimately from arkhe, "beginning".
Is “archaic” a common word?
“Archaic” is an uncommon word in modern English.
