Archaism
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɑː.keɪ.ɪz.əm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Archaism is a noun meaning The adoption or imitation of archaic words or style.
Meaning
The adoption or imitation of archaic words or style.
More Meanings
- An archaic word, style, etc.
Example Sentences
In this text, the word "methinks" appears to be a deliberate archaism.
He had the fastidiousness, the preciosity, the love of archaisms, of your true decadent.
Word Forms
- archaisms
- archaicism
- archaeism
Synonyms for archaism
Depending on context, synonyms include gadzookery, archaicism.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include archaicism, archaizer, archaicy, archaeism, archaization, archaicness.
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