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
regenta person who governs a kingdom in the minority, absence, or disability of the sovereign
accostto approach and speak to (someone) in an often challenging or aggressive way
obtrudeto thrust out : extrude
flagrantconspicuously offensive
doctrinairestubbornly or excessively devoted to a doctrine or theory without regard to practical considerations
eccentricdeviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways
comestibleedible
retributionrecompense
astralof, relating to, or coming from the stars
motea small particle : speck