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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| listless | characterized by lack of interest, energy, or spirit |
| hurl | rush |
| punitive | inflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment |
| spendthrift | a person who spends improvidently or wastefully |
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| numismatist | the study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals) |
| undulating | having a wavy surface, edge, or markings |
| aloft | at or to a great height |
| unassailable | not assailable : not liable to doubt, attack, or question |