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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appendattach
refractiondeflection from a straight path undergone by a light ray or energy wave in passing obliquely from one medium (such as air) into another (such as glass) in which its velocity is different
migratoryof, relating to, or characterized by migration
cornucopiaa curved, hollow goat's horn or similarly shaped receptacle (such as a horn-shaped basket) that is overflowing especially with fruit and vegetables (such as gourds, ears of corn, apples, and grapes) and that is used as a decorative motif emblematic of abundance
deftcharacterized by facility and skill
hewto cut with blows of a heavy cutting instrument
circuita usually circular line encompassing an area
patoisa dialect other than the standard or literary dialect
validateto make legally valid : ratify
skeptican adherent or advocate of skepticism