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
plumbera dealer or worker in lead
planeairplane
propitiateto gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease
rejoinderthe defendant's answer to the plaintiff's replication
executeto carry out fully : put completely into effect
hazardousinvolving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm)
decantto draw off (a liquid) without disturbing the sediment or the lower liquid layers
defalcatededuct
magnitudegreat size or extent
swindlerto obtain money or property by fraud or deceit