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 |
|---|---|
| backslide | to lapse morally or in the practice of religion |
| titular | having the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities |
| debunk | to expose the sham (see sham |
| incorrigible | incapable of being corrected or amended: such as |
| unequivocal | leaving no doubt : clear |
| clip | encompass |
| ignite | to set afire |
| equity | justice according to natural law or right |
| bearing | the manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear |
| skittish | lively or frisky in action : capricious |