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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renegeto go back on a promise or commitment
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impairto diminish in function, ability, or quality : to weaken or make worse
acmethe highest point or stage
chicanerydeception by artful subterfuge or sophistry : trickery
nauseouscausing nausea or disgust : nauseating
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compoundsomething formed by a union of elements or parts
replenishto fill or build up again
beneficentdoing or producing good