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
bruisean injury involving rupture of small blood vessels and discoloration without a break in the overlying skin : contusion
charlatanquack
presagesomething that foreshadows or portends a future event : omen
seamyhaving the rough side of the seam showing
gaita manner of walking or moving on foot
viablecapable of living
rolling(of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of power to local governments
propinquitynearness of blood : kinship
reminiscentof the character of or relating to reminiscence
repulseto drive or beat back : repel