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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blatantnoisy especially in a vulgar or offensive manner : clamorous
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antecedeprecede
nourishnurture
slickhaving a smooth surface : slippery
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