Archaismus

archaism (old-fashioned word or expression)

noun ar-kha-IS-mus Rare

Origin: from Greek archaios (ancient)

Usage Note

Archaismus is a word or expression that is no longer current in everyday use but may appear in literary or historical texts. Writers sometimes employ Archaismen for stylistic effect to evoke an earlier era.

Examples

"Das Wort 'Weib' ist heute ein Archaismus und klingt veraltet oder abwertend."

Natural Translation

The word 'Weib' is today an archaism and sounds outdated or derogatory.

Literal Translation

The word 'Weib' is today an archaism and sounds outdated or derogatory.

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