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
guilelessinnocent
heedlessnot taking heed : inconsiderate
epicureone with sensitive and discriminating tastes especially in food or wine
nonchalancethe quality or state of being nonchalant
shangri-laa remote beautiful imaginary place where life approaches perfection : utopia
prevalentgenerally or widely accepted, practiced, or favored : widespread
compoundsomething formed by a union of elements or parts
buttressa projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or building
consummateextremely skilled and accomplished
debutanteone making a debut (see debut