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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| omniscient | having infinite awareness, understanding, and insight |
| compulsory | mandatory |
| whittle | a large knife |
| presume | to undertake without leave or clear justification : dare |
| pretension | an allegation of doubtful value : pretext |
| revile | to subject to verbal abuse : vituperate |
| blue | of the color whose hue is that of the clear sky : of the color blue (see blue |
| minion | a servile dependent, follower, or underling |
| sequester | to set apart : segregate |
| halfhearted | lacking heart, spirit, or interest |