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
terrestrialof or relating to the earth or its inhabitants
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loiterto delay an activity with idle stops and pauses : dawdle
resolveto deal with successfully : clear up
wrinklea small ridge or furrow especially when formed on a surface by the shrinking or contraction of a smooth substance : crease
forlornbereft
triggera piece (such as a lever) connected with a catch or detent as a means of releasing it
conspiracythe act of conspiring together
overturnto cause to turn over : upset
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