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
crypta chamber (such as a vault) wholly or partly underground
attenuateto lessen the amount, force, magnitude, or value of : weaken
minutiaea minute or minor detail
collateto compare critically
obnoxiousodiously or disgustingly objectionable : highly offensive
unprecedentedhaving no precedent : novel
progenitoran ancestor in the direct line : forefather
uproara state of commotion, excitement, or violent disturbance
fatuouscomplacently or inanely foolish : silly
forerunnerone that precedes and indicates the approach of another: such as