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 |
|---|---|
| humid | containing or characterized by perceptible moisture especially to the point of being oppressive |
| missive | a written communication : letter |
| relic | an object esteemed and venerated because of association with a saint or martyr |
| undulating | having a wavy surface, edge, or markings |
| haughtiness | blatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior |
| chip | a small usually thin and flat piece (as of wood or stone) cut, struck, or flaked off |
| impolitic | not politic : unwise |
| loft | an upper room or floor : attic |
| papyrus | a tall perennial sedge (Cyperus papyrus) of the Nile valley |
| steadfast | firmly fixed in place : immovable |