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 |
|---|---|
| subjugate | to bring under control and governance as a subject : conquer |
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |
| acetic | vinegary |
| foment | to promote the growth or development of : rouse |
| cataract | a clouding of the lens of the eye or of its surrounding transparent membrane that obstructs the passage of light |
| repertoire | a list or supply of dramas, operas, pieces, or parts that a company or person is prepared to perform |
| potential | existing in possibility : capable of development into actuality |
| brooch | an ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck |
| jaundice | yellowish pigmentation of the skin, tissues, and body fluids caused by the deposition of bile pigments |
| infallible | incapable of error : unerring |