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

WordMeaning
mortara sturdy vessel in which material is pounded or rubbed with a pestle
takeoffa rise or leap from a surface in making a jump or flight or an ascent in an aircraft or in the launching of a rocket
cursiverunning
claspa device (such as a hook) for holding objects or parts together
abstinencethe practice of abstaining from something : the practice of not doing or having something that is wanted or enjoyable
incentivesomething that incites or has a tendency to incite to determination or action
maroona dark red
chicanerydeception by artful subterfuge or sophistry : trickery
prosperitythe condition of being successful or thriving
hindmostfarthest to the rear : last