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
curatora person who oversees or manages a place (such as a museum or zoo) that offers exhibits
quixoticfoolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals
reciprocateto give and take mutually
censoriousmarked by or given to censure (see censure
pediatriciana specialist in pediatrics
reprisala retaliatory act
irateroused to ire
dallyto act playfully
plastera medicated or protective dressing that consists of a film (as of cloth or plastic) spread with a usually medicated substance
tenaciousnot easily pulled apart : cohesive