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
lecterna stand used to support a book or script in a convenient position for a standing reader or speaker
exasperateto cause irritation or annoyance to
mollycoddleto treat with an excessive or absurd degree of indulgence and attention
mockto treat with contempt or ridicule : deride
anarchista person who rebels against any authority, established order, or ruling power
retrenchcut down
neophytea new convert : proselyte
congruentcongruous
hermitagethe habitation of a hermit
ewethe female of the sheep especially when mature