Archaic Definition
archaic
adjective
- so extremely old as seeming to belong to an earlier period; "a ramshackle antediluvian tenement"; "antediluvian ideas"; "archaic laws"
- little evolved from or characteristic of an earlier ancestral type; "archaic forms of life"; "primitive mammals"; "the okapi is a short-necked primitive cousin of the giraffe"
"Archaic" in song lyrics
See how archaic is used in real songs:
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"panhandle archaic"
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"definition of archaic"
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Words that rhyme with archaic
Usage tips for "archaic"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "archaic" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for archaic to find words that pair well.