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
discounta reduction made from the gross (see gross
endorseto write on the back of
gildto overlay with or as if with a thin covering of gold
darta light spear
cascadea steep usually small fall of water
impromptumade, done, or formed on or as if on the spur of the moment : improvised
effigyan image or representation especially of a person
invalidateto make invalid
pontificalepiscopal attire
recriminationa retaliatory accusation