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.

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WordMeaning
cerebralof or relating to the brain or the intellect
debristhe remains of something broken down or destroyed
incurto become liable or subject to : bring down upon oneself
skeptican adherent or advocate of skepticism
squeamisheasily nauseated : queasy
parochialof or relating to a church parish
infiltrateto enter or become established in gradually or unobtrusively usually for subversive purposes
flitto pass quickly or abruptly from one place or condition to another
humanitariana person promoting human welfare and social reform : philanthropist
corpulenthaving a large bulky body : obese