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.

Random words

WordMeaning
excerpta passage (as from a book or musical composition) selected, performed, or copied : extract
facultyability
amoralhaving or showing no concern about whether behavior is morally right or wrong
impugnto assail by words or arguments : oppose or attack as false or lacking integrity
exquisitemarked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful, ingenious, delicate, or elaborate execution
intangiblenot tangible : impalpable
direexciting horror
voracioushaving a huge appetite : ravenous
gratuitysomething given voluntarily or beyond obligation usually for some service
resentmenta feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury