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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| crypt | a chamber (such as a vault) wholly or partly underground |
| conventional | formed by agreement or compact |
| temporal | of or relating to time as opposed to eternity |
| enclave | a distinct territorial, cultural, or social unit enclosed within or as if within foreign territory |
| travesty | a debased, distorted, or grossly inferior imitation |
| firebrand | a piece of burning wood |
| mediocre | of moderate or low quality, value, ability, or performance : ordinary |
| mortar | a sturdy vessel in which material is pounded or rubbed with a pestle |
| favoritism | the showing of special favor : partiality |
| eventual | contingent |