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
goadto incite or rouse as if with a goad (see goad
indicessigns; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index
drasticacting rapidly or violently
disputatiousinclined to dispute
lookoutone engaged in keeping watch : watchman
mortifyto subject to severe and vexing embarrassment : shame
alluvialrelating to, composed of, or found in alluvium
rigto fit out with rigging
beneficialproducing good results or helpful effects : conferring benefits (see benefit
magnatea person of rank, power, influence, or distinction often in a specified area