Archaic and Extinct

Archaic

Archaic adjective - Having passed its time of use or usefulness.
Usage example: a man with some archaic notions about the proper sphere for women

Extinct is a synonym for archaic. In some cases you can use "Extinct" instead an adjective "Archaic". obsolete substitute

Nearby Word: archaism

Extinct

Extinct adjective - No longer existing.

Archaic is a synonym for extinct in dead topic. You can use "Archaic" instead an adjective "Extinct". obsolete substitute

Nearby Word: extinction

Both words in one sentence

  • Dire wolves (now extinct) are sometimes used to make a fantasy series seem more archaic, with one notable example.
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