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 |
|---|---|
| magistrate | an official entrusted with administration of the laws: such as |
| luster | a glow of reflected light : sheen |
| migrant | one that migrates: such as |
| ludicrous | amusing or laughable through obvious absurdity, incongruity, exaggeration, or eccentricity |
| palpable | capable of being touched or felt : tangible |
| junta | a council or committee for political or governmental purposes |
| conundrum | an intricate and difficult problem |
| fawning | seeking or used to seek approval or favor by means of flattery |
| vying | contending; to strive for superiority |
| frenetic | marked by fast and energetic, disordered, or anxiety-driven activity : frenzied |