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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| comeback | a sharp or witty reply : retort |
| negligence | the quality or state of being negligent |
| decomposition | to separate into constituent parts or elements or into simpler compounds |
| sophist | philosopher |
| salacious | arousing or appealing to sexual desire or imagination |
| derogatory | expressive of a low opinion : disparaging |
| broach | brooch |
| fiend | devil |
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| finished | entirely done |