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
jingoistextreme chauvinism or nationalism marked especially by a belligerent foreign policy
sluran insulting or disparaging remark or innuendo : aspersion
abyssan immeasurably deep gulf or great space
sustenancemeans of support, maintenance, or subsistence : living
brochurepamphlet
mobilecapable of moving or being moved : movable
introspectivecharacterized by examination of one's own thoughts and feelings : thoughtfully reflective : employing, marked by, or tending to introspection
consecratededicated to a sacred purpose
treasurewealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded
reputableenjoying good repute : held in esteem