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
nondescriptbelonging or appearing to belong to no particular class or kind : not easily described
indignityan act that offends against a person's dignity or self-respect : insult
flounderflatfish
shedto rid oneself of temporarily or permanently as superfluous or unwanted
finalethe close or termination of something: such as
surveillanceclose watch kept over someone or something (as by a detective)
incumbentthe holder of an office or ecclesiastical benefice
orgysecret ceremonial rites held in honor of an ancient Greek or Roman deity and usually characterized by ecstatic singing and dancing
bestialof or relating to beasts
epica long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero