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
remediablecapable of being remedied
politicpolitical
breadthdistance from side to side : width
slapdashhaphazard
figmentsomething made up or contrived
cisternan artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater)
prelatean ecclesiastic (such as a bishop or abbot) of superior rank
witlessdestitute of wit or understanding : foolish
tangiblecapable of being perceived especially by the sense of touch : palpable
truculencethe quality or state of being truculent