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
dominaterule
stratifiedformed, deposited, or arranged in stable layers or strata
misanthropea person who hates or distrusts humankind
perquisitea privilege, gain, or profit incidental to regular salary or wages
rumbleto make a low heavy rolling sound
suppressto put down by authority or force : subdue
ingrainedforming a part of the essence or inmost being : deep-seated
totterto move unsteadily : stagger
hirelinga person who serves for hire especially for purely mercenary motives
annihilateto cause to cease to exist : to do away with entirely so that nothing remains