Question

What are archaic words?

• A. Words that were commonly used in the past but are now rarely or never used
• B. Words that are commonly used in modern literature
• C. Words that have changed their meanings over time
• D. Words that are specific to a particular region or dialect

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Words that were commonly used in the past but are now rarely or never used

Examples of Archaic Words:

• Thou (you)

• Thee (you – object form)

• Oft (often)

• Hath (has)

• Yon/Yonder (over there)

• Methinks (I think)