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
undermineto subvert or weaken insidiously or secretly
guyman
reconcileto restore to friendship or harmony
kneadto work and press into a mass with or as if with the hands
ventureto proceed especially in the face of danger
rehabilitateto restore to a former capacity : reinstate
gerontocracyrule by elders
aspirantone who aspires
dazzleto lose clear vision especially from looking at bright light
demagoguea leader who makes use of popular prejudices and false claims and promises in order to gain power