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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| espionage | the practice of spying or using spies to obtain information about the plans and activities especially of a foreign government or a competing company |
| waft | to move or go lightly on or as if on a buoyant medium |
| quisling | traitor |
| wage | a payment usually of money for labor or services usually according to contract and on an hourly, daily, or piecework basis |
| festive | of, relating to, or suitable for a feast or festival |
| addle | rotten |
| effrontery | shameless boldness : insolence |
| missile | capable of being thrown or projected to strike a distant object |
| apologist | someone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism |
| prompt | to move to action : incite |