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
broodthe young of an animal or a family of young
ravagean act or practice of ravaging
denounceto pronounce especially publicly to be blameworthy or evil
historichistorical
canvassto go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments
legatoin a manner that is smooth and connected (as between successive tones)
aproposbeing both relevant and opportune
seasonablesuitable to the season or circumstances : timely
bilkto block the free development of : frustrate
osseousbony