epithet
noun/ˈɛpɪθɛt/
Frequency rank: #14,726 most common English word
Meaning
A descriptive word or phrase expressing a quality or attribute, often attached to a person's name.
Example sentence
The warrior earned the epithet 'the Brave' after leading his soldiers to victory.
Synonyms & related words
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