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 |
|---|---|
| debut | a first appearance |
| mandate | an authoritative command |
| accelerate | to move faster : to gain speed |
| blowhard | an arrogantly and pompously boastful or opinionated person : braggart |
| terminus | either end of a transportation line or travel route |
| denigrate | to attack the reputation of : defame |
| artful | performed with or showing art or skill |
| prime | the second of the canonical hours |
| cadet | a younger brother or son |
| venture | to proceed especially in the face of danger |