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
predisposeto dispose in advance
humanitariana person promoting human welfare and social reform : philanthropist
trinketa small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)
pronehaving a tendency or inclination : being likely
apostateone who commits apostasy
circumlocutionthe use of an unnecessarily large number of words to express an idea
inceptionan act, process, or instance of beginning : commencement
intransigencethe quality or state of being intransigent
coddleto cook (something, such as eggs) in liquid slowly and gently just below the boiling point
conjureto charge or entreat earnestly or solemnly