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
physiognomythe art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance
carapacea bony or chitinous case or shield covering the back or part of the back of an animal (such as a turtle or crab)
discreteconstituting a separate entity : individually distinct
bristlinga short stiff coarse hair or filament
infirmitythe quality or state of being infirm
deliberateto think about or discuss issues and decisions carefully
hostilitydeep-seated usually mutual ill will
heedto pay attention
wizardrythe art or practices of a wizard : sorcery
unsavoryinsipid