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
protuberancesomething that is protuberant
exceptionablebeing likely to cause objection : objectionable
opalescentreflecting an iridescent light
mollifyto soothe in temper or disposition : appease
capillaryresembling a hair especially in slender elongated form
glossa surface luster or brightness : shine
consonantbeing in agreement or harmony : free from elements making for discord
voluptuoussuggesting sensual pleasure by fullness and beauty of form
amoralhaving or showing no concern about whether behavior is morally right or wrong
awean emotion variously combining dread, veneration, and wonder that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime