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
authenticateto prove or serve to prove to be real, true, or genuine
invalidateto make invalid
alienateto cause to be estranged : to make unfriendly, hostile, or indifferent especially where attachment formerly existed
apostateone who commits apostasy
impietythe quality or state of being impious : irreverence
guilelessinnocent
assertto state or declare positively and often forcefully or aggressively
preamblean introductory statement
pugilistfighter
surgeto rise and fall actively : toss