GRE Word List
EPITHET
a characterizing word or phrase accompanying or occurring in place of the name of a person or thing
The meaning of the word epithet is a characterizing word or phrase accompanying or occurring in place of the name of a person or thing.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| aria | air |
| gawk | a clumsy stupid person : lout |
| prodigious | causing amazement or wonder |
| alienate | to cause to be estranged : to make unfriendly, hostile, or indifferent especially where attachment formerly existed |
| jubilation | an act of rejoicing : the state of being jubilant |
| amend | to put right |
| recourse | a turning to someone or something for help or protection |
| dupe | one that is easily deceived or cheated : fool |
| bemoan | to express deep grief or distress over |
| euphony | pleasing or sweet sound |