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
lapa loose overlapping or hanging panel or flap especially of a garment
misconstrueto interpret (something, such as a statement or action) wrongly : misinterpret
projectilea body projected by external force and continuing in motion by its own inertia
compileto compose out of materials from other documents
remissnegligent in the performance of work or duty : careless
plasticitythe quality or state of being plastic
obstinatestubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion
providentfrugal
emblazonto inscribe or adorn with or as if with heraldic bearings or devices
incandescentwhite, glowing, or luminous with intense heat