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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| earthly | characteristic of or belonging to this earth |
| lucrative | producing wealth : profitable |
| ineffectual | not producing the proper or intended effect : futile |
| offhand | without premeditation or preparation : extempore |
| idolatry | the worship of a physical object as a god |
| assay | to analyze (something, such as an ore) for one or more specific components |
| fertile | producing or bearing many crops in great quantities : productive |
| astringent | causing a tightening of soft organic tissues : styptic |
| drastic | acting rapidly or violently |
| tranquillity | the quality or state of being tranquil |