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
saturnineborn under or influenced astrologically by the planet Saturn
illusorybased on or producing illusion : deceptive
overwhelmupset
methodicalarranged, characterized by, or performed with method or order
executionerone who executes
physiologicalof or relating to physiology
hyperboleextravagant exaggeration (such as "mile-high ice-cream cones")
maleficentworking or productive of harm or evil : baleful
acutecharacterized by sharpness or severity of sudden onset
industriousconstantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied : diligent