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
lucidsuffused with light : luminous
thralla state of servitude or submission
unrequitednot requited : not reciprocated or returned in kind
occultto shut off from view or exposure : cover
expertisethe skill of an expert
hazardousinvolving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm)
haltingmarked by a lack of sureness or effectiveness
sinistersingularly evil or productive of evil
shangri-laa remote beautiful imaginary place where life approaches perfection : utopia
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