GRE Word of the day : ARCHETYPE (Noun)

ARCHETYPE (Noun)
Definition : An original model that is taken as a pattern or standard of perfection.

Noun A very typical example of a certain person or thing. An original that has been imitated.

The Synonyms are:
model
prototype
ideal
original
pattern


The Antonym is :
atypical


The usage is :
The earliest editions of the Holy Bible serve as archetypes for many later versions.