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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| avocation | a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby |
| manifestation | the act, process, or an instance of manifesting |
| venue | locale |
| puzzle | to offer or represent to (someone) a problem difficult to solve or a situation difficult to resolve : challenge mentally |
| megalomania | a mania (see mania |
| multilingual | of, having, or expressed in several languages |
| anoint | to smear or rub with oil or an oily substance |
| embody | to give a body to (a spirit) : incarnate |
| championship | designation as champion |
| sarcasm | a sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain |