Diane Wakoski

Sometimes the archaism of the language when it's spoken is why we are all in love with the Irish today.

American Poet

Archaism reflects language from a specific historical period; knowing the context helps comprehension.

Historical Context

Writers may use archaisms intentionally to give a timeless charm to their work.

Literary Charm

Archaism is rarely used in daily conversation; it's more common in literature or formal texts.

Not Everyday Speech

Some archaisms reflect outdated attitudes; be sensitive to cultural shifts when they're used.

Cultural Awareness

Techno-cultural archaisms show technological progress and are important for understanding history.

Tech Evolution

What's considered an archaism can change as society evolves and new norms establish.

Changing Relevance

 60s he said he was wanting a timeless prose in which archaism and hallowed associations were to be avoided and a sense of reality sought now the sense of