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
concentrichaving a common center
preamblean introductory statement
malignevil in nature, influence, or effect : injurious
zanyvery eccentric (see eccentric
virtuosoone who excels in the technique of an art
scenarioan outline or synopsis of a play
haughtinessblatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior
libidinoushaving or marked by lustful desires : lascivious
egothe self especially as contrasted with another self or the world
surmisea thought or idea based on scanty evidence : conjecture