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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
degradationthe act or process of degrading
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
ransackto look through thoroughly in often a rough way
nourishmentfood
eschewto avoid habitually especially on moral or practical grounds : shun
oatmealmeal made from oats
osseousbony
exposurethe fact or condition of being exposed: such as
enticeto attract artfully or adroitly or by arousing hope or desire : tempt
coalitionthe act of coalescing : union