Epithet(noun)

Epithet - A descriptive word or phrase expressing a quality or attribute, often used as a nickname; sometimes used as an insult. (????? / ??????)

A descriptive word or phrase expressing a quality or attribute, often used as a nickname; sometimes used as an insult. (????? / ??????)

Trick to remember: “epi + tag” in your mind—jab kisi ko ek tag (nickname/label) chipka do, wahi epithet hai.
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Other meanings of Epithet

  • (noun) An adjective or phrase that is used to describe somebody/something’s character or most important quality, especially in order to give praise or criticism. — विशेषक
    Example: The film is long and dramatic but does not quite earn the epithet epic.
  • (noun) Adjective or short phrase which is used as a way of criticizing or praising someone. — गुण-सूचक नाम, विशेष नाम निंदा करने के लिए
    Example: Whenever I think of my elderly grandfather’s twenty-year-old wife, the epithet “gold-digger” comes to mind.

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