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 |
|---|---|
| insensate | lacking sense or understanding |
| apiculture | the keeping of bees especially on a large scale |
| ineffable | incapable of being expressed in words : indescribable |
| gloat | to observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight |
| conspire | plot |
| avocation | a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby |
| exalt | to raise in rank, power, or character |
| temporize | to act to suit the time or occasion : yield to current or dominant opinion |
| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |
| deluge | an overflowing of the land by water |