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
vampirethe reanimated body of a dead person believed to come from the grave at night and suck the blood of persons asleep
gourmandone who is excessively fond of eating and drinking
puzzleto offer or represent to (someone) a problem difficult to solve or a situation difficult to resolve : challenge mentally
precisa concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts
premonitionprevious notice or warning : forewarning
clichea trite phrase or expression
polemican aggressive attack on or refutation of the opinions or principles of another
parcheddeprived of natural moisture
aspersiona false or misleading charge meant to harm someone's reputation
waverto vacillate irresolutely between choices : fluctuate in opinion, allegiance, or direction