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
mandatean authoritative command
relegateto send into exile : banish
garrulousgiven to prosy, rambling, or tedious loquacity : pointlessly or annoyingly talkative
convivialrelating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company
qualifiedfitted (as by training or experience) for a given purpose : competent
illusiona misleading image presented to the vision : optical illusion
cunningdexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end
jabto pierce or prod (someone or something) with or as if with a pointed object
bulgeto jut out : swell
tenuoushaving little substance or strength : flimsy