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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infidelone who is not a Christian or who opposes Christianity
debaseto lower in status, esteem, quality, or character
flayto strip off the skin or surface of : skin
compensatoryto be equivalent to : counterbalance
defaceto mar the appearance of : injure by effacing significant details
venialof a kind that can be remitted : forgivable
reveriedaydream
advertto turn the mind or attention
braga pompous or boastful statement
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