What are some examples of epithets?

Answer 1

There are two definitions of epithets. They can be either nicknames or titles given to people, as in Alfred the Greatand William the Conqueror, or insults. For example, if you hear the phrase "racial epithets" it means derogatory terms referring to a particular race.

Answer 2

Some examples of epithets include "Alexander the great," "Catherine the Great," "Ivan the Terrible," and "Richard the Lionheart." These are descriptive phrases or nicknames that highlight a specific trait or characteristic of the individual.

Answer 3

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