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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| cerebral | of or relating to the brain or the intellect |
| debris | the remains of something broken down or destroyed |
| incur | to become liable or subject to : bring down upon oneself |
| skeptic | an adherent or advocate of skepticism |
| squeamish | easily nauseated : queasy |
| parochial | of or relating to a church parish |
| infiltrate | to enter or become established in gradually or unobtrusively usually for subversive purposes |
| flit | to pass quickly or abruptly from one place or condition to another |
| humanitarian | a person promoting human welfare and social reform : philanthropist |
| corpulent | having a large bulky body : obese |