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
scantylimited or less than sufficient in degree, quantity, or extent
seminaryan environment in which something originates and from which it is propagated
witherto become dry and sapless
moltto shed hair, feathers, shell, horns, or an outer layer periodically
indiscriminatenot marked by careful distinction : deficient in discrimination and discernment
wiltloose freshness; droop
prerogativean exclusive or special right, power, or privilege: such as
foppishfoolish
satesatisfy to the full; satisfy to excess; cloy
nethersituated down or below : lower