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
persevereto persist in a state, enterprise, or undertaking in spite of counterinfluences, opposition, or discouragement
parcheddeprived of natural moisture
litotesunderstatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy")
comportto be fitting : accord
surmountto prevail over : overcome
benefactorsomeone or something that provides help or an advantage : one that confers a benefit
edicta proclamation having the force of law
expertisethe skill of an expert
mordantbiting and caustic in thought, manner, or style : incisive
carpingmarked by or inclined to querulous and often perverse criticism