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time-worn

adjective/ˈtaɪm.wɔrn/

definition

worn or damaged by the passage of time

example

The old library was filled with time-worn books that had yellowed pages and frayed covers.

synonyms
agedweatheredantiquated
word origin — The term 'time-worn' is derived from the combination of 'time', originating from Old English 'tima', and 'worn', the past participle of 'wear', which comes from Old English 'werian'. The phrase literally means 'worn by time'.

SAT Vocabulary Level 3 — Set 203

Set 203 of SAT Vocabulary Level 3 covers 5 words: time-worn, pernicious, landlocked, insubordinate, incipient. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

  1. time-worn · adjective/ˈtaɪm.wɔrn/

    worn or damaged by the passage of time

    The old library was filled with time-worn books that had yellowed pages and frayed covers.

    Synonyms: aged, weathered, antiquated

    Origin: The term 'time-worn' is derived from the combination of 'time', originating from Old English 'tima', and 'worn', the past participle of 'wear', which comes from Old English 'werian'. The phrase literally means 'worn by time'.

  2. pernicious · adjective/pərˈnɪʃəs/

    having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way

    The pernicious influence of misinformation can slowly erode trust in reputable sources.

    Synonyms: harmful, detrimental, toxic

    Origin: from Middle English 'pernicious', from Latin 'perniciosus' meaning 'destructive' or 'ruinous', derived from 'pernicies' meaning 'ruin, destruction'

  3. landlocked · adjective/ˈlændlɑkt/

    having no coastlines or access to the sea

    The country's landlocked status makes it difficult for them to engage in international trade.

    Synonyms: isolated, inland, cut off

    Origin: The term 'landlocked' is derived from the combination of 'land,' referring to the solid part of the Earth's surface, and 'locked,' which implies being enclosed or secured; the word first appeared in the early 19th century.

  4. insubordinate · adjective/ˌɪnsəˈbɔrdənət/

    showing lack of respect for authority; disobedient

    The insubordinate behavior of the employee during the meeting raised concerns among the management team.

    Synonyms: disobedient, rebellious, defiant

    Origin: From Latin 'insubordinatus', meaning 'not subordinate' (in- 'not' + subordinare 'to subordinate').

  5. incipient · adjective/ɪnˈsɪpiənt/

    beginning to exist or appear

    The researchers observed incipient signs of the disease in the early stages of the study.

    Synonyms: initial, nascent, emerging

    Origin: Latin 'incipiens', present participle of 'incipere' meaning 'to begin'