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
disclaimto make a disclaimer
culminationthe action of culminating
quietudea quiet state : repose
menacea show of intention to inflict harm : threat
riftfissure
nectarthe drink of the Greek and Roman gods
vauntedhighly or widely praised or boasted about
categoricalabsolute
fleeta number of warships under a single command
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