GRE Word List

PROTOTYPE

an original model on which something is patterned : archetype

The meaning of the word prototype is an original model on which something is patterned : archetype.

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abominableworthy of or causing disgust or hatred : detestable
deciduousfalling off or shed seasonally or at a certain stage of development in the life cycle
congruencethe quality or state of agreeing, coinciding, or being congruent
propensityan often intense natural inclination or preference
incisiveimpressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation)
muskyhaving an odor of or resembling musk
infamoushaving a reputation of the worst kind : notoriously evil
graciousmarked by kindness and courtesy
zeniththe point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the nadir and vertically above the observer see azimuth illustration
determinationa judicial decision settling and ending a controversy