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
ventto provide with a vent
fallibleliable to be erroneous
solitudethe quality or state of being alone or remote from society : seclusion
imbecilitythe quality or state of being very stupid or foolish : utter foolishness
advocateone who defends or maintains a cause or proposal
nutrientfurnishing nourishment
balma balsamic (see balsamic
docileeasily taught
slipshodwearing loose shoes or slippers
charmthe chanting or reciting of a magic spell : incantation