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
permissivegranted on sufferance : tolerated
prurientmarked by or arousing an immoderate or unwholesome interest or desire
vulpineof, relating to, or resembling a fox
obviateto anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary
pessimisman inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome
machinationsan act of machinating
amnesialoss of memory due usually to brain injury, shock, fatigue, repression, or illness
browseto eat (tender shoots, twigs, leaves of trees and shrubs, etc.) : to consume as browse (see browse
phobiaan exaggerated usually inexplicable and illogical fear of a particular object, class of objects, or situation
lardera place where food is stored : pantry