GRE Word List
ARCHETYPE
the original pattern or model of which all things of the same type are representations or copies : prototype
The meaning of the word archetype is the original pattern or model of which all things of the same type are representations or copies : prototype.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| referendum | the principle or practice of submitting to popular vote a measure passed on or proposed by a legislative body or by popular initiative |
| stampede | a wild headlong rush or flight of frightened animals |
| caucus | a closed meeting of a group of persons belonging to the same political party or faction usually to select candidates or to decide on policy |
| perennial | present at all seasons of the year |
| rusticate | to go into or reside in the country : follow a rustic life |
| doze | to sleep lightly |
| vestige | a trace, mark, or visible sign left by something (such as an ancient city or a condition or practice) vanished or lost |
| condole | grieve |
| detonation | the action or process of detonating |
| lurk | to lie in wait in a place of concealment especially for an evil purpose |