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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stoica member of a school of philosophy founded by Zeno of Citium about 300 b.c.
perpetualcontinuing forever : everlasting
forswearto make a liar of (oneself) under or as if under oath
verisimilitudethe quality or state of being verisimilar
blighta disease or injury of plants marked by the formation of lesions, withering, and death of parts (such as leaves and tubers)
dolta stupid person
proverba brief popular epigram or maxim : adage
ventureto proceed especially in the face of danger
sentinelsentry
belieto give a false impression of