GRE Word List

EPITAPH

an inscription on or at a tomb or a grave in memory of the one buried there

The meaning of the word epitaph is an inscription on or at a tomb or a grave in memory of the one buried there.

Random words

WordMeaning
accostto approach and speak to (someone) in an often challenging or aggressive way
mementosomething that serves to warn or remind
distraitapprehensively divided or withdrawn in attention : distracted
effulgentradiant splendor : brilliance
nepotismfavoritism (as in appointment to a job) based on kinship
viablecapable of living
virtueconformity to a standard of right : morality
misconductmismanagement especially of governmental or military responsibilities
rotundmarked by roundness : rounded
shedto rid oneself of temporarily or permanently as superfluous or unwanted