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
excerpta passage (as from a book or musical composition) selected, performed, or copied : extract
connoisseurexpert
startto move suddenly and violently : spring
jauntysprightly in manner or appearance : lively
pessimisman inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome
sluicean artificial passage for water (as in a millstream) fitted with a valve or gate for stopping or regulating flow
incendiaryigniting combustible materials spontaneously
peerone that is of equal standing with another : equal
omnipresentpresent in all places at all times
foolhardyfoolishly adventurous and bold : rash