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 |
|---|---|
| parched | deprived of natural moisture |
| spawn | to deposit or fertilize spawn |
| autonomous | having the right or power of self-government |
| infidel | one who is not a Christian or who opposes Christianity |
| transition | a change or shift from one state, subject, place, etc. to another |
| rectify | to set right : remedy |
| tint | a usually slight or pale coloration : hue |
| facet | any of the definable aspects that make up a subject (as of contemplation) or an object (as of consideration) |
| inflated | distended with air or gas |
| demure | reserved |