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 |
|---|---|
| optometrist | a specialist licensed to practice optometry compare ophthalmologist |
| perimeter | the boundary of a closed plane figure |
| deport | to send out of the country by legal deportation |
| harrowing | acutely distressing or painful |
| sleeper | one that sleeps |
| writ | something written : writing |
| precept | a command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action |
| roster | a roll or list of personnel |
| retort | to pay or hurl back : return |
| ornithologist | a branch of zoology dealing with birds |