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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| nondescript | belonging or appearing to belong to no particular class or kind : not easily described |
| indignity | an act that offends against a person's dignity or self-respect : insult |
| flounder | flatfish |
| shed | to rid oneself of temporarily or permanently as superfluous or unwanted |
| finale | the close or termination of something: such as |
| surveillance | close watch kept over someone or something (as by a detective) |
| incumbent | the holder of an office or ecclesiastical benefice |
| orgy | secret ceremonial rites held in honor of an ancient Greek or Roman deity and usually characterized by ecstatic singing and dancing |
| bestial | of or relating to beasts |
| epic | a long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero |