archetype

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈɑːr.kə.taɪp/

Definition

A typical example of a certain person or thing that serves as a universal model for others.

Examples

• The hero is a common archetype in literature, representing courage and self-sacrifice.

• She is the archetype of a successful entrepreneur, having built three companies from scratch.

• The story follows the classic archetype of the journey, where the protagonist leaves home to discover their true self.

Synonyms of archetype

Words with a similar meaning to archetype:

• model
• pattern
• prototype
• paradigm

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