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.

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WordMeaning
venialof a kind that can be remitted : forgivable
hullthe outer covering of a fruit or seed
sullyto make soiled or tarnished : defile
luminarya person of prominence or brilliant achievement
mawkishlacking flavor or having an unpleasant taste
daisa raised platform (as in a hall or large room)
catastrophea momentous tragic event ranging from extreme misfortune to utter overthrow or ruin
catholicroman catholic
lumenthe cavity of a tubular organ or part
extenuateto lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate