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.

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WordMeaning
unprepossessingnot tending to create a favorable impression : not prepossessing
ascribeto refer to a supposed cause, source, or author : to say or think that (something) is caused by, comes from, or is associated with a particular person or thing
inundateoverwhelm
phenomenaphenomenon
aegisa shield or breastplate emblematic of majesty that was associated with Zeus and Athena
dowdynot neat or becoming in appearance : shabby
taxonomistthe study of the general principles of scientific classification : systematics
trothloyal or pledged faithfulness : fidelity
censora person who supervises conduct and morals: such as
tendermarked by, responding to, or expressing the softer emotions : fond