epithetic
Meanings
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adjective, noun
A word or phrase used to describe or praise someone or something, often in an exaggerated or flattering way.
- "He is the epitome of kindness."
- "Her beauty was the epithetic of grace."
Rhymes
Words rhyming with epitheticepitome , homonymy , symphony
Variants
List of all variants of epithetic that leads to same resultepithet , epithetic , epithetical , epithets
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From the Greek word epitheton, meaning 'a putting on, a setting over'.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The word 'epithet' has been used as the title of several literary works, including a novel by Mary Renault and a play by Jean Cocteau.
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In Greek mythology, the god Apollo was known by several epithets, including 'Phoebus' (the radiant one), 'Lykeios' (wolf-slayer), and 'Delphinios' (dolphin-rider).
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
epithet: A fixed or standardized title or appellation, especially one borne by a god or hero.
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epitaph: An inscription on a tomb or monument, typically one that expresses praise or admiration for the deceased.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, epithets are often used to create vivid and memorable descriptions of characters and settings. For example, Homer's use of epithets for gods and heroes in the Iliad and the Odyssey is famous.
How to Memorize "epithetic"
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visualize
- Imagine a flower blooming with beautiful epithets. Visualize the word 'epithetic' as a flower, and the definitions and examples as petals that help describe its meaning.
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associate
- Associate the word 'epithetic' with the word 'praise'. When you come across the word 'epithetic', think of it as a word that is used to praise or describe something.
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mnemonics
- Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase: 'Epithetic - A word used to describe or praise with epithets.'
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