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
fruitfulyielding or producing fruit
disparitya noticeable and usually significant difference or dissimilarity
broochan ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck
filthfoul or putrid matter
purchaseto obtain by paying money or its equivalent : buy
entourageone's attendants or associates
thwartto oppose successfully : defeat the hopes or aspirations of
putrescentundergoing putrefaction : becoming putrid
diatribea bitter and abusive speech or piece of writing
arroyoa watercourse (such as a creek) in an arid region