Vocabulary Entry

archetypal

|adjective • noun

adjective

Relating to an original model or prototype; typical of something.

Example Sentences

"The story features an archetypal hero who goes on a transformative journey."

"In literature, the archetypal villain often represents true evil."

"Her behavior was archetypal of the cautious character seen in classic tales."

noun

Example Sentences

"He is the archetypal businessman, always wearing a suit and tie."

"The painting is an archetype of the Renaissance style."

"In many cultures, the archetype of the mother is celebrated in various ways."