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
extantcurrently or actually existing
infringeto encroach upon in a way that violates law or the rights of another
stammerto make involuntary stops and repetitions in speaking : stutter
indenturea document or a section of a document that is indented
inculcateto teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions
favoritismthe showing of special favor : partiality
perversionthe action of perverting : the condition of being perverted
oatmealmeal made from oats
gustthe sensation of taste
sepulchera place of burial : tomb