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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| tribute | something given or contributed voluntarily as due or deserved |
| amalgamate | to unite in or as if in an amalgam |
| trample | tramp |
| severity | the quality or state of being severe : the condition of being very bad, serious, unpleasant, or harsh |
| simper | to smile in a silly, affected, or ingratiating manner |
| substantial | consisting of or relating to substance |
| saunter | to walk about in an idle or leisurely manner : stroll |
| tiller | one that tills : cultivator |
| adjacent | not distant : nearby |
| herald | an official at a tournament of arms (see arm |