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 |
|---|---|
| fluted | having or marked by grooves |
| dissension | disagreement |
| unravel | to disengage or separate the threads of : disentangle |
| malicious | having or showing a desire to cause harm to someone : given to, marked by, or arising from malice |
| affiliation | the state or relation of being closely associated or affiliated with a particular person, group, party, company, etc. |
| gourmet | a connoisseur of food and drink |
| foible | the part of a sword or foil blade between the middle and point |
| pastry | a dough that is used to make pies and other baked goods and typically has a high fat content : paste |
| masquerade | a social gathering of persons wearing masks and often fantastic costumes |
| explicate | to give a detailed explanation of |