GRE Word List

EPOCH

an event or a time marked by an event that begins a new period or development

The meaning of the word epoch is an event or a time marked by an event that begins a new period or development.

Random words

WordMeaning
pluckto pull or pick off or out
valorstrength of mind or spirit that enables a person to encounter danger with firmness : personal bravery
aplombcomplete and confident composure or self-assurance : poise
slovenlyuntidy especially in personal appearance
predicamentthe character, status, or classification assigned by a predication
masqueradea social gathering of persons wearing masks and often fantastic costumes
convictionthe act or process of finding a person guilty of a crime especially in a court of law
tortuousmarked by repeated twists, bends, or turns : winding
inscrutablenot readily investigated, interpreted, or understood : mysterious
dumbfoundto confound (see confound