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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icona person or thing widely admired especially for having great influence or significance in a particular sphere
cohortscompanion
bara straight piece (as of wood or metal) that is longer than it is wide and has any of various uses (as for a lever, support, barrier, or fastening)
halfheartedlacking heart, spirit, or interest
dowdynot neat or becoming in appearance : shabby
representationalone that represents: such as
thronga multitude of assembled persons
solventable to pay all legal debts
parleyto speak with another : confer
scadany of several carangid fishes (especially of the genus Decapterus)