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 |
|---|---|
| vignette | a picture (such as an engraving or photograph) that shades off gradually into the surrounding paper |
| scavenge | to remove (dirt, refuse, etc.) from an area |
| wiggle | to move to and fro with quick jerky or shaking motions : jiggle |
| ration | a food allowance for one day |
| reverberate | reflect |
| exposure | the fact or condition of being exposed: such as |
| blunt | having an edge or point that is not sharp |
| skeptic | an adherent or advocate of skepticism |
| immolate | to kill or destroy especially by fire |
| defame | to harm the reputation of by communicating false statements about : to harm the reputation of by libel (see libel |