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 |
|---|---|
| vile | morally despicable or abhorrent |
| forestall | to exclude, hinder, or prevent (something) by prior occupation or measures |
| epithet | a characterizing word or phrase accompanying or occurring in place of the name of a person or thing |
| dispense | to divide and share out according to a plan : to deal out in portions |
| instigate | to goad or urge forward : provoke |
| undulating | having a wavy surface, edge, or markings |
| vent | to provide with a vent |
| pacify | to allay the anger or agitation of : soothe |
| nip | to catch hold of and squeeze tightly between two surfaces, edges, or points : pinch |
| prim | to give a prim or demure expression to |