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 |
|---|---|
| slovenly | untidy especially in personal appearance |
| speechless | unable to speak : dumb |
| preternatural | existing outside of nature |
| mendicant | beggar |
| heedless | not taking heed : inconsiderate |
| curator | a person who oversees or manages a place (such as a museum or zoo) that offers exhibits |
| unanimity | the quality or state of being unanimous |
| cite | to call upon officially or authoritatively to appear (as before a court) |
| espionage | the practice of spying or using spies to obtain information about the plans and activities especially of a foreign government or a competing company |
| resolve | to deal with successfully : clear up |