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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canarda false or unfounded report or story
qualifiedfitted (as by training or experience) for a given purpose : competent
gentlefree from harshness, sternness, or violence
spoilsportone who spoils the sport or pleasure of others
fathoma unit of length equal to six feet (1.83 meters) used especially for measuring the depth of water
bigotryobstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot
impedeto interfere with or slow the progress of
pittancea small portion, amount, or allowance
vitiateto make faulty or defective : impair
adverseacting against or in a contrary direction : hostile