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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| kaleidoscope | an instrument containing loose bits of colored material (such as glass or plastic) between two flat plates and two plane mirrors so placed that changes of position of the bits of material are reflected in an endless variety of patterns |
| recession | the act or action of receding : withdrawal |
| whiff | a quick puff or slight gust especially of air, odor, gas, smoke, or spray |
| lagoon | a shallow sound, channel, or pond near or communicating with a larger body of water |
| gamut | the whole series of recognized musical notes |
| deploy | to extend (a military unit) especially in width |
| inchoate | being only partly in existence or operation : incipient |
| espouse | marry |
| premonition | previous notice or warning : forewarning |
| phenomena | phenomenon |