Is something being archetypcial the same thing as being cliche?

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Same as the title. Please help.

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2007-09-05 12:41:02 · 2 answers · asked by lilyflower7 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay

archetype - a perfect example

There is nothing negative about being an archtype.

Being a cliche is generally regarded negatively.

2007-09-05 18:15:11 · answer #1 · answered by Beardo 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Archetypal is something that is similar to the original. Cliche is something worn into the ground from common usage.

2007-09-05 19:47:57 · answer #2 · answered by SexRexRx 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋