epithets (Meaning)
epithets
a disparaging or abusive word or phrase, a characterizing word or phrase accompanying or occurring in place of the name of a person or thing, a word or name used as a term of abuse, a word or phrase (as Lionhearted in "Richard the Lionhearted") that expresses a quality thought to be characteristic of a person or thing, the part of a taxonomic name identifying a subordinate unit within a genus, the part of a scientific name identifying the species, variety, or other subunit within a genus see specific epithet, expression
Synonyms & Antonyms of epithets
Synonyms:
- labels
- appellations
- titles
- denominations
- cognomina
- handles
- denotations
- tags
- designations
- cognomens
- pen names
- bynames
- soubriquets
Antonyms:
epithets Sentence Examples
- The relentless knight earned the epithet "Ironheart" for his unwavering courage in battle.
- The cunning thief was known by the epithet "Shadow Fox" due to his ability to disappear into the night.
- The wise old sage held the epithet "Oracle" for his profound knowledge and prophetic insights.
- The ruthless tyrant bore the epithet "Bloodhand" for his numerous acts of brutality.
- The skilled bard possessed the epithet "Silver Tongue" for his eloquent speeches and captivating melodies.
- The fearless warrior's epithet "Lioness" reflected her indomitable spirit and ferocity in combat.
- The pious monk earned the epithet "Saint" for his unwavering faith and charitable deeds.
- The legendary king was known by the epithet "Conqueror" for his victories over countless foes.
- The cunning diplomat bore the epithet "Serpent's Tongue" due to his ability to manipulate and deceive his enemies.
- The enigmatic stranger possessed the epithet "Enigma" because his true identity and purpose remained shrouded in mystery.
FAQs About the word epithets
a disparaging or abusive word or phrase, a characterizing word or phrase accompanying or occurring in place of the name of a person or thing, a word or name use
nicknames, monikers, surnames, monickers,sobriquets, pseudonyms, aliases, labels, appellations, titles
praises, commendations,compliments, acclaim, accolades,flatteries, adulations,applauses
The relentless knight earned the epithet "Ironheart" for his unwavering courage in battle.
The cunning thief was known by the epithet "Shadow Fox" due to his ability to disappear into the night.
The wise old sage held the epithet "Oracle" for his profound knowledge and prophetic insights.
The ruthless tyrant bore the epithet "Bloodhand" for his numerous acts of brutality.
