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 |
|---|---|
| nondescript | belonging or appearing to belong to no particular class or kind : not easily described |
| agnostic | a person who holds the view that any ultimate reality (such as God) is unknown and probably unknowable |
| libretto | the text of a work (such as an opera) for the musical theater |
| cater | to provide a supply of food |
| discompose | to destroy the composure of |
| interjection | an ejaculatory utterance usually lacking grammatical connection: such as |
| roil | to make turbid by stirring up the sediment or dregs of |
| munificent | very liberal in giving or bestowing (see bestow |
| unguent | a soothing or healing salve : ointment |
| indulgent | willing to allow excessive leniency, generosity, or consideration : indulging or characterized by indulgence |