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
conspiracythe act of conspiring together
equilibriuma state of intellectual or emotional balance : poise
engagingtending to draw favorable attention or interest : attractive
raucousdisagreeably harsh or strident : hoarse
reimburseto pay back to someone : repay
placidserenely free of interruption or disturbance
sycophanta servile self-seeking flatterer
uprightperpendicular
emasculateto deprive of strength, vigor, or spirit : weaken
engageto offer (something, such as one's life or word) as backing to a cause or aim : to expose to risk for the attainment or support of some end