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
impotentnot potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless
manifestoa written statement declaring publicly the intentions, motives, or views of its issuer
ravinea small narrow steep-sided valley that is larger than a gully and smaller than a canyon and that is usually worn by running water
sapthe fluid part of a plant
euthanasiathe act or practice of killing or permitting the death of hopelessly sick or injured individuals (such as persons or domestic animals) in a relatively painless way for reasons of mercy
exemplifyto show or illustrate by example
volitionthe power of choosing or determining : will
conversanthaving knowledge or experience
balkto refuse abruptly
malevolenthaving, showing, or arising from intense often vicious ill will, spite, or hatred