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
obloquya strongly condemnatory utterance : abusive language
rareseldom occurring or found : uncommon
tritehackneyed or boring from much use : not fresh or original
trampto walk, tread, or step especially heavily
recantto withdraw or repudiate (a statement or belief) formally and publicly : renounce
aviarya place for keeping birds confined
devoteean ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport)
formidablecausing fear, dread, or apprehension
rankrelative standing or position
crypticsecret