GRE Word List

EPIC

a long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero

The meaning of the word epic is a long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero.

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WordMeaning
functionaryone who serves in a certain function
belittleto speak slightingly of : disparage
militantengaged in warfare or combat : fighting
desperatehaving lost hope
slinkto go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame) : steal
categoricalabsolute
paritythe quality or state of being equal or equivalent
curban edging (as of concrete) built along a street to form part of a gutter
supererogatoryobserved or performed to an extent not enjoined or required
discerningshowing insight and understanding : discriminating