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
obstinatestubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion
disinterestednot having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged
imperativenot to be avoided or evaded : necessary
serratednotched or toothed on the edge
precariousdependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments
irrevocablenot possible to revoke : unalterable
siblingsib
extricateto free or remove from an entanglement or difficulty
chimericalexisting only as the product of unchecked imagination : fantastically visionary (see visionary
orgysecret ceremonial rites held in honor of an ancient Greek or Roman deity and usually characterized by ecstatic singing and dancing