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
pathetichaving a capacity to move one to either compassionate or contemptuous pity
chimericalexisting only as the product of unchecked imagination : fantastically visionary (see visionary
conceptionthe process of becoming pregnant involving fertilization or implantation or both
presagesomething that foreshadows or portends a future event : omen
epica long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero
pettyhaving secondary rank or importance : minor
gnarledfull of knots or gnarls : knotty
impassableincapable of being passed, traveled, crossed, or surmounted
paragona model of excellence or perfection
paramountsuperior to all others : supreme