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 |
|---|---|
| zenith | the point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the nadir and vertically above the observer see azimuth illustration |
| terminal | leading ultimately to death : fatal |
| crest | a showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird see bird illustration |
| mauve | a moderate purple, violet, or lilac color |
| selective | of, relating to, or characterized by selection : selecting or tending to select |
| repellent | serving or tending to drive away or ward off |
| cloister | a monastic establishment |
| harry | to make a pillaging or destructive raid on : assault |
| dilate | to become enlarged or widened |
| distill | to let fall, exude, or precipitate (see precipitate |