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
rompone that romps
purgeto clear of guilt
encipherto convert (a message) into cipher
glareto shine with a harsh uncomfortably brilliant light
accrueto come into existence as a legally enforceable claim
vyingcontending; to strive for superiority
implacablenot placable : not capable of being appeased, significantly changed, or mitigated
earthlycharacteristic of or belonging to this earth
swindlerto obtain money or property by fraud or deceit
spoilsportone who spoils the sport or pleasure of others