epithet
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- noun
- /ˈɛpɪˌθɛt/
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epíteto
- It is not clear when exactly Riveter was born, nor is his actual name known. Only his epithet, the Returned, has been handed down to posterity.
- use the epithet
- earned the epithet
The epithet for the school or the saying is go forth unafraid.
- The epithet for the school or the saying is go forth unafraid.
- A single epithet needs to be resolved.
Examples
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The scientist was given the epithet "the father of modern physics" for his groundbreaking contributions to the field.
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And I cannot forget my favorite epithet, that given to King Peter the Ceremonious.
Blog text (10) -
A further aspect of the epithet "fair-cheek" is that it implies fame for beauty.
Academic text (1998) -
Identifying Christianity as "the new superstition," she proudly claimed the epithet "pagan" for herself.
Academic text (2002) -
Her grants of privileges, estates, dependencies, and other gifts earned her the epithet "distinguished and singular donatrix."
Academic text (1999) -
Her father Giacomo Benincasa was hailed as "saintly" by his neighbors, the epithet coming readily to their lips.
Fiction book (1995) -
The poet referred to him as a great leader, using the epithet "guardian of the realm" to emphasize his qualities.
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In ancient literature, Achilles is often known by the epithet "swift-footed" due to his incredible speed in battle.
Synonyms
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1.1
An informal name for a person, place, or thing that shows something about it
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1.0
A word or short phrase that describes people and things
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5.3
A name or title used to identify something, showing its kind
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4.9
A word or short phrase that gives details about something
A repeating descriptive phrase used for a person or thing in stories
A name used to identify a person, place, or thing
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Etymology
Epithet comes from Greek parts epi- 'on' and tithenai 'to place'. It originally meant a short phrase 'placed on' a name, like a label that points out a strong quality (for example 'the Iron Lady'). So, an epithet often means a descriptive name or nickname that highlights a key feature.