epithet
noun
UK/ˈep.ɪ.θet/
US/ˈep.ə.θet/
Definitions of epithet noun
- Countable(可数名词)
A descriptive word or phrase added to or used instead of a person's name, often to criticize or praise.
（通常指在称呼人时使用的）描述性词语；修饰语；称号
The athlete earned the epithet "The Flash" for his incredible speed.
这位运动员因其惊人的速度获得了「闪电侠」的称号。
The city was given the epithet "The Smog City" due to its pollution problems.
这座城市因污染问题被冠以「雾霾之城」的称号。
The writer was given the epithet "literary oddball" by critics.
这位作家被评论家们称为「文学怪人」。