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
rustleto make or cause a rustle
exculpateto clear from alleged fault or guilt
swarma great number of honeybees emigrating together from a hive in company with a queen to start a new colony elsewhere
billowwave
collationa light meal allowed on fast days in place of lunch or supper
submissivesubmitting to others
diversionthe act or an instance of diverting or straying from a course, activity, or use : deviation
daintysomething delicious to the taste
disquietudeanxiety
chuckleto laugh inwardly or quietly