Word of the day: Epithet

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WORD OF THE DAY

Epithet

[ep-uh-thet] 

noun

  1. a descriptive term or phrase expressing a characteristic of a person or thing; often used as a term of abuse or contempt

Examples of epithet in a sentence:

  • The media often used the epithet "rebel" to describe the controversial leader.

  • Using racial epithets is unacceptable and offensive behavior.

QUIZ OF THE DAY

A) Obedient

B) Strong

C) Expensive

D) Dreamy