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
benignof a mild type or character that does not threaten health or life
bacchanalorgy
persistto go on resolutely or stubbornly in spite of opposition, importunity, or warning
straggleto wander from the direct course or way : rove
elegya poem in elegiac couplets
cantthe expression or repetition of conventional or trite opinions or sentiments
comprehensivecovering completely or broadly : inclusive
coincorner
arbitraryexisting or coming about seemingly at random or by chance or as a capricious and unreasonable act of will
temperatehaving a moderate climate which especially lacks extremes in temperature