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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WordMeaning
taintto contaminate morally : corrupt
enunciateto make a definite or systematic statement of
fuss:trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby
embryonicof or relating to an embryo
gainsayto declare to be untrue or invalid
adventitiouscoming from another source and not inherent or innate
convulsionan abnormal violent and involuntary contraction or series of contractions of the muscles
parsimonythe quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift
novaa star that suddenly increases its light output tremendously and then fades away to its former obscurity in a few months or years
treadto step or walk on or over