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
itinerarythe route of a journey or tour or the proposed outline of one
adornto enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects
archetypethe original pattern or model of which all things of the same type are representations or copies : prototype
meekenduring injury with patience and without resentment : mild
amazona member of a race of female warriors of Greek mythology
beelinea straight direct course
refulgenta radiant or resplendent quality or state : brilliance
nicetythe quality or state of being nice
simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate
manumitto release from slavery