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
vivisectionthe cutting of or operation on a living animal usually for physiological or pathological investigation
unanimitythe quality or state of being unanimous
limberhaving a supple and resilient quality (as of mind or body) : agile
suffocateto stop the respiration of (as by strangling or asphyxiation)
converseto exchange thoughts and opinions in speech : talk
intolerantunable or unwilling to endure
pathetichaving a capacity to move one to either compassionate or contemptuous pity
inveighto protest or complain bitterly or vehemently : rail
razeto destroy to the ground : demolish
replicateduplicate