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
overblownpast the prime of bloom
bartererto trade by exchanging one commodity for another : to trade goods or services in exchange for other goods or services
epitheta characterizing word or phrase accompanying or occurring in place of the name of a person or thing
doteto exhibit mental decline of or like that of old age : be in one's dotage
pedantone who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge
corrugatedhaving corrugations
volitionthe power of choosing or determining : will
thwartto oppose successfully : defeat the hopes or aspirations of
affiliationthe state or relation of being closely associated or affiliated with a particular person, group, party, company, etc.
obstinatestubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion