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
penancean act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification
excerpta passage (as from a book or musical composition) selected, performed, or copied : extract
biliousof or relating to a yellow or greenish fluid that is secreted by the liver and that aids especially in the emulsification and absorption of fats : of or relating to bile (see bile
traumaticpsychologically or emotionally stressful in a way that can lead to serious mental and emotional problems
harryto make a pillaging or destructive raid on : assault
seclusionthe act of secluding : the condition of being secluded
zesta piece of the peel of a citrus fruit (such as an orange or lemon) used as flavoring
collationa light meal allowed on fast days in place of lunch or supper
groombridegroom
mannerismexaggerated or affected (see affected