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
brindledhaving obscure dark streaks or flecks on a usually gray or tawny ground
provisionthe act or process of providing
assuageto lessen the intensity of (something that pains or distresses) : ease
insomniaprolonged and usually abnormal inability to get enough sleep especially due to trouble falling asleep or staying asleep
construeto analyze the arrangement and connection of words in (a sentence or sentence part)
embraceto clasp in the arms : hug
hostagea person held by one party in a conflict as a pledge pending the fulfillment of an agreement
sonicutilizing, produced by, or relating to sound waves
alludeto make indirect reference
propinquitynearness of blood : kinship