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
titlethe distinguishing name of a written, printed, or filmed production
sophomoricconceited and overconfident of knowledge but poorly informed and immature
cipherzero
gadflyany of various flies (such as a horsefly, botfly, or warble fly) that bite or annoy livestock
imperturbablemarked by extreme calm, impassivity, and steadiness : serene
raila bar extending from one post or support to another and serving as a guard or barrier
repletefully or abundantly provided or filled
quivera case for carrying or holding arrows
posthumousborn after the death of the father
consonanceharmony or agreement among components