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 |
|---|---|
| herbivorous | feeding on plants |
| lassitude | a condition of weariness or debility : fatigue |
| impregnable | incapable of being taken by assault : unconquerable |
| amorphous | having no definite form : shapeless |
| chronic | continuing or occurring again and again for a long time |
| overthrow | overturn |
| cozen | to deceive, win over, or induce to do something by artful coaxing and wheedling or shrewd trickery |
| mitigate | to cause to become less harsh or hostile : mollify |
| criteria | a standard on which a judgment or decision may be based |
| practical | of, relating to, or manifested in practice or action : not theoretical or ideal |